Discover the deep connection Dwellingup has in Aboriginal culture with a unique tour with Kaarak Dreaming. Set in a natural bush environment, Maitland plays the didgeridoo and tapping sticks, welcoming you to country in his native language. Share the knowledge about the gifts of the earth, identifying bush medicine, tasting bush tucker, learning traditional hunting techniques, and understanding the power of Dreamtime stories.

Welcome to Country is a ceremony performed by Indigenous Australian Elders to welcome visitors to their traditional land. It can take many forms, including singing, dancing, smoke ceremonies or a speech, depending on the particular culture of the Traditional Owners.  As the Nyoongar Elder for Dwellingup, Maitland performs these important ceremonies at public events

Maitland is an accomplished artist who pays respect to his ancestors and the Dreamtime through his artwork. Pastel landscapes often rendered in vivid shades of orange, yellow and blue depict images of Nyoongar people and wildlife scenes reflecting design s rich in Nyoongar culture. Find out about Aboriginal artefacts including communication methods using Message Sticks, and see traditional percussion instrument of Aboriginal people.