Drive ancient travel routes along the Woolgoolga to Ballina Aboriginal Art Trail

Holidaymakers heading to and from Yamba along the Pacific Motorway will see striking new artworks from the Gumbayngirr, Yaegl and Bundjalung Nations.

The original pieces, which have been installed at nine overpass bridges along the Woolgoolga to Ballina Aboriginal Art Trail depict the creation stories and ancient travel routes (Songlines) of the Aboriginal nations of the region.
 
Communicating the rich and ancient history of our nations

The Woolgoolga to Ballina Aboriginal Art Trail is part of the Pacific Motorway project that also included upgrading nine interchanges, more than 170 bridges and 350-plus connecting roads.
 
“The Australian Government is committed to working collaboratively with the NSW Government on key infrastructure projects and I’m proud that local Aboriginal communities have been part of this journey,” says Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King.
 
Motorists travelling on this route will not only enjoy a smoother and safer journey but also get to experience Aboriginal artwork that depicts stories from Gumbaynggirr, Yaegl and Bundjalung narratives.
 
“The artists were selected by local Aboriginal communities and stakeholders and their artworks communicate the rich and ancient history of these nations,” Catherine explains. “Locals and visitors alike will now be able to enjoy world class infrastructure as they travel through the beautiful natural scenery whilst experiencing connection to the deep Aboriginal history and culture of the region.”

Gumbaynggirr artists: Daniel Dootson, Debby Taylor and Reece Flanders @reece_flanders_designs

Yaegl artists: Aneika Kapeen @sneaks92neeks, Frances Belle Parker @francesbelleparkerart, Gilbert Laurie, and the late Jessica Birk

Bundjalung artists: Marcus Ferguson, Oral Roberts and Sheldon Harrington @sjh.kreations

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