The Cultural Values and Research Unit (CVRU) provides services pertaining to Bunurong cultural values, language, community engagement, cultural landscapes, and design. The CVRU comprises four portfolios, each of which are responsible for providing different key services. These four portfolios are:
Cultural Values
Language and Naming
On-Country Learning
Community Development and Engagement
Key deliverables from multiple portfolios can be packaged together into a project at the Sponsor’s request (for example, should the Sponsor wish to engage a Cultural Values Project, Boonwurrung naming request, and On-Country Immersion Workshop as part of a single project). Please contact the Cultural Values and Research Unit at [email protected] to discuss a combined project.
The CVRU also offers an On-Country Walk and Talk for new clients. Please reach out to us at [email protected] if you are interested in meeting on Country.
For more information about the specific key deliverables for the Cultural Values and Research Unit, see the CVRU Combined Key Deliverables document.
Please see the CVRU Combined Schedule of Fees document for indicative fees associated with Cultural Values projects.
Cultural Values
Language and Naming
On-Country Learning
Community Development and Engagement
Key deliverables from multiple portfolios can be packaged together into a project at the Sponsor’s request (for example, should the Sponsor wish to engage a Cultural Values Project, Boonwurrung naming request, and On-Country Immersion Workshop as part of a single project). Please contact the Cultural Values and Research Unit at [email protected] to discuss a combined project.
The CVRU also offers an On-Country Walk and Talk for new clients. Please reach out to us at [email protected] if you are interested in meeting on Country.
For more information about the specific key deliverables for the Cultural Values and Research Unit, see the CVRU Combined Key Deliverables document.
Please see the CVRU Combined Schedule of Fees document for indicative fees associated with Cultural Values projects.
What does the Cultural values portfolio do?
The Cultural Values Portfolio provides services pertaining to Bunurong cultural values, including, but not limited to, interpretation, statements of significance, document reviews, and research projects. These services are provided chiefly through three types of Cultural Values Project (CVP): small CVPs, medium CVPs, and large CVPs.
Small Cultural Values projects
Small CVPs are projects that require up to 1 month of work. Please note that this is not an indication of project turnaround. Exact project timeframes will be discussed directly with the Sponsor.
Small-scale CVPs include, but are not limited to:
• Cultural Values Workshops
• Interpretation (for signage, posters, websites, and more);
• Artist Briefs (for both Bunurong and non-Bunurong artists and designers);
• Short-form Letters, Cultural Values statements, Cultural Themes identification;
• Statement of Significance; and
• Document reviews.
Small-scale CVPs include, but are not limited to:
• Cultural Values Workshops
• Interpretation (for signage, posters, websites, and more);
• Artist Briefs (for both Bunurong and non-Bunurong artists and designers);
• Short-form Letters, Cultural Values statements, Cultural Themes identification;
• Statement of Significance; and
• Document reviews.
medium cultural values projects
Medium CVPs are projects that require up to 3 months of work. Please note that this is not an indication of project turnaround. Exact project timeframes will be discussed directly with the Sponsor.
A medium-scale CVP is a formal research report that is developed by the CVR Unit. This report will include the establishment and researching of three Cultural Values Themes related to ONE place or confined location (such as the suburb of Seaford, a building site, a small park, etc.) that has previously been subject to cultural values research by BLCAC.
A medium-scale CVP is a formal research report that is developed by the CVR Unit. This report will include the establishment and researching of three Cultural Values Themes related to ONE place or confined location (such as the suburb of Seaford, a building site, a small park, etc.) that has previously been subject to cultural values research by BLCAC.
large cultural values projects
Large CVPs are projects that require up to 6+ months of work. Please note that this is not an indication of project turnaround. Exact project timeframes will be discussed directly with the Sponsor.
A large-scale CVP is a formal research report that is developed by the CVR Unit. This report will include the establishment and researching of three Cultural Values Themes.
A CVP is determined to be large-scale if the study:
• Involves the investigation of more than one place;
• Focuses on ONE limited albeit NEW area that has not previously been investigated by the CVR Unit;
• Relates to an expansive area (e.g., such as a coastline or trail);
• Includes an Interpretation component and/or an Artist Brief; and/or
• Revolves around sponsor-selected themes.
A large-scale CVP is a formal research report that is developed by the CVR Unit. This report will include the establishment and researching of three Cultural Values Themes.
A CVP is determined to be large-scale if the study:
• Involves the investigation of more than one place;
• Focuses on ONE limited albeit NEW area that has not previously been investigated by the CVR Unit;
• Relates to an expansive area (e.g., such as a coastline or trail);
• Includes an Interpretation component and/or an Artist Brief; and/or
• Revolves around sponsor-selected themes.
How much does a Cultural values Project Cost?
Please see the CVRU Combined Schedule of Fees document for indicative fees associated with Cultural Values projects.
How do i book a cultural values project?
To commence a Cultural Values project, you will need to book a Project Inception Kiyiyt (Meeting). You can request a meeting by completing the following form online: https://form.jotform.com/251031233038038
When selecting the booking type, please select ‘CVRU – Cultural Values Inception Meeting’.
To request a document review, please fill out the following form online: https://form.jotform.com/251237176315050
The inception meeting is an opportunity to meet with our team to discuss the details of your project. There is a standard fee of $1,500.00 (excluding GST) for all project inception meetings.
When selecting the booking type, please select ‘CVRU – Cultural Values Inception Meeting’.
To request a document review, please fill out the following form online: https://form.jotform.com/251237176315050
The inception meeting is an opportunity to meet with our team to discuss the details of your project. There is a standard fee of $1,500.00 (excluding GST) for all project inception meetings.
What does the language and naming portfolio do?
The Language and Naming Portfolio, run by the Ngawak Ngul Language Working Group as part of the Cultural Values and Research Unit, provides names in Boonwurrung language to be used for a specified Sponsor project. This may include, but is not limited to:
• Naming of parks, schools, streets, or other public-facing locations in accordance with Geographic Names Victoria (GNV) guidelines;
• Names of organisation-internal projects, spaces, rooms, buildings, etc;
• Providing language to be used in design, e.g. language that is included on walls or signage, in books or other publications, etc.
All language projects provide the following key deliverables:
• A letter of approval for the provided words in Boonwurrung language;
• Standardised spelling, pronunciation, and meaning of provided words in Boonwurrung language;
• English-based written pronunciation guide to the provided words in Boonwurrung language;
• A recording of the words pronounced in Boonwurrung language for internal educational use;
• An additional recording of a Bunurong Elder pronouncing the word can be provided for use in public-facing contexts upon request.
Provision of Boonwurrung language is only provided with explicit community consultation and engagement. Selection of names may revolve around Sponsor-selected themes, but direct translations of requested words are only provided if approved by representatives of the Bunurong community as culturally appropriate.
All work done by the Language and Naming portfolio supports ongoing efforts to revitalise Boonwurrung language, including the ongoing production of a Boonwurrung dictionary and educational resources.
• Naming of parks, schools, streets, or other public-facing locations in accordance with Geographic Names Victoria (GNV) guidelines;
• Names of organisation-internal projects, spaces, rooms, buildings, etc;
• Providing language to be used in design, e.g. language that is included on walls or signage, in books or other publications, etc.
All language projects provide the following key deliverables:
• A letter of approval for the provided words in Boonwurrung language;
• Standardised spelling, pronunciation, and meaning of provided words in Boonwurrung language;
• English-based written pronunciation guide to the provided words in Boonwurrung language;
• A recording of the words pronounced in Boonwurrung language for internal educational use;
• An additional recording of a Bunurong Elder pronouncing the word can be provided for use in public-facing contexts upon request.
Provision of Boonwurrung language is only provided with explicit community consultation and engagement. Selection of names may revolve around Sponsor-selected themes, but direct translations of requested words are only provided if approved by representatives of the Bunurong community as culturally appropriate.
All work done by the Language and Naming portfolio supports ongoing efforts to revitalise Boonwurrung language, including the ongoing production of a Boonwurrung dictionary and educational resources.
how much does a language and naming project cost?
Please see the CVRU Combined Schedule of Fees document for indicative fees associated with Language and Naming Projects.
how do I book a Language and Naming project?
To commence a Language and Naming project, you will need to book a Project Inception Kiyiyt (Meeting). You can request a meeting by completing the following form online: https://form.jotform.com/251031233038038
When selecting the booking type, please select ‘CVRU – Language Inception Meeting’.
The inception meeting is an opportunity to meet with our team to discuss the details of your project. There is a standard fee of $1,500.00 (excluding GST) for all project inception meetings.
When selecting the booking type, please select ‘CVRU – Language Inception Meeting’.
The inception meeting is an opportunity to meet with our team to discuss the details of your project. There is a standard fee of $1,500.00 (excluding GST) for all project inception meetings.
what does the on-country Learning Portfolio do?
The On-Country Learning Portfolio currently offers an On-Country Cultural Values and Biodiversity Learning Immersion Workshop. This is a four-hour workshop, including a one-hour break, targeted towards clients working in land management and ecology. This may include discussion of the following:
• Bunurong cultural values and biodiversity values;
• Bunurong cultural landscapes;
• Managing a Bunurong Forest Garden.
It may also include upon request:
• A walk on Country discussing cultural values and plant ecology;
• Interactive Aboriginal cooking class;
• Aboriginal cooking demonstration with tasting.
This is a once-off educational program intended to give a better understanding of Bunurong cultural and ecological values. It is not intended to be an opportunity to seek collaboration with the Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (BLCAC) on a Sponsor-specific project, although may be combined with one of the other Cultural Values and Research Unit portfolios as part of a broader project.
• Bunurong cultural values and biodiversity values;
• Bunurong cultural landscapes;
• Managing a Bunurong Forest Garden.
It may also include upon request:
• A walk on Country discussing cultural values and plant ecology;
• Interactive Aboriginal cooking class;
• Aboriginal cooking demonstration with tasting.
This is a once-off educational program intended to give a better understanding of Bunurong cultural and ecological values. It is not intended to be an opportunity to seek collaboration with the Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (BLCAC) on a Sponsor-specific project, although may be combined with one of the other Cultural Values and Research Unit portfolios as part of a broader project.
how much does an on-country learning immersion workshop cost?
Please see the CVRU Combined Schedule of Fees document for indicative fees associated with On-Country Learning Projects.
how do i book an on-country learning immersion workshop project?
You can request to book an On-Country Cultural Values and Biodiversity Learning Immersion Workshop by completing the following form online: https://form.jotform.com/251116764232047
What does the community development and engagement portfolio do?
The Community Development and Engagement portfolio offers consultation and partnerships with community organisations. This includes:
• Community engagement and partnerships consultation.
• Local government engagement and partnerships consultation.
• Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) consultation.
BLCAC can meet with local community organisations, businesses, or government representatives seeking consultation with Bunurong Traditional Owners. Consultation is intended to provide Bunurong perspectives on prospective community development or social support programmes, for instance relating to social services, justice, childcare, health, aged care, etc., that may involve or affect Bunurong peoples. Community engagement and partnerships consultation does not include developing or providing educational materials.
The Cultural Values and Research Unit may also meet with clients to consult on the development of a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). This may include the following:
• Discussion of possible actions involving BLCAC and the Bunurong community as part of the Reconciliation Action Plan.
• Review of existing Reconciliation Action Plan targets and actions.
• Discussion of the best means of supporting the Bunurong community through Reconciliation Action Plan targets and actions.
• Community engagement and partnerships consultation.
• Local government engagement and partnerships consultation.
• Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) consultation.
BLCAC can meet with local community organisations, businesses, or government representatives seeking consultation with Bunurong Traditional Owners. Consultation is intended to provide Bunurong perspectives on prospective community development or social support programmes, for instance relating to social services, justice, childcare, health, aged care, etc., that may involve or affect Bunurong peoples. Community engagement and partnerships consultation does not include developing or providing educational materials.
The Cultural Values and Research Unit may also meet with clients to consult on the development of a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). This may include the following:
• Discussion of possible actions involving BLCAC and the Bunurong community as part of the Reconciliation Action Plan.
• Review of existing Reconciliation Action Plan targets and actions.
• Discussion of the best means of supporting the Bunurong community through Reconciliation Action Plan targets and actions.
how much does a community development and engagement project meeting cost?
All Community Development and Engagement project meetings are quoted on a case-by-case basis.
how do i book a community development and engagement project meeting?
If you would like to organise a Bunurong Cultural Design project, please contact [email protected] expressing your interest and providing some context for your specific project.
If you have a request for a project that does not fit into one of the categories above, or a more general Cultural Values inquiry, please send an email to [email protected].