http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/tags/sydney/ Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:14 -0800 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:14 -0800 http://www.flickr.com/ http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7439/buddyicons/7305688@N08.jpg?1369177585#7305688@N08 http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/tags/sydney/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8451855103/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8451855103/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8376/8451855103_c351aa698c_m.jpg" width="172" height="240" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:14 -0800 2011-02-01T13:49:32-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8451855103 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8451859467/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8451859467/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8246/8451859467_a34513f73d_m.jpg" width="240" height="206" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:06 -0800 2011-02-01T13:52:52-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8451859467 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452947064/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452947064/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8519/8452947064_2336ddd106_m.jpg" width="221" height="240" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:12 -0800 2011-02-01T13:47:21-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8452947064 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452947670/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452947670/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8509/8452947670_548035990f_m.jpg" width="234" height="240" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:11 -0800 2011-02-01T13:47:18-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8452947670 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452950890/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452950890/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8103/8452950890_196b126d66_m.jpg" width="240" height="127" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:05 -0800 2011-02-01T13:52:30-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8452950890 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8451856007/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8451856007/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8244/8451856007_b42435113e_m.jpg" width="240" height="193" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:12 -0800 2011-02-01T13:47:26-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8451856007 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452949554/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452949554/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8234/8452949554_325c5a9568_m.jpg" width="159" height="240" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:07 -0800 2011-02-01T13:46:38-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8452949554 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8451859277/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8451859277/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8104/8451859277_56533b1c1f_m.jpg" width="153" height="240" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:07 -0800 2011-02-01T13:52:32-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8451859277 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452946702/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452946702/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8387/8452946702_eef294eeff_m.jpg" width="240" height="176" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:13 -0800 2011-02-01T13:47:28-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8452946702 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452947996/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452947996/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8530/8452947996_9fb73179da_m.jpg" width="234" height="240" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:10 -0800 2011-02-01T13:47:18-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8452947996 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452948384/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452948384/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8365/8452948384_843d8e51ce_m.jpg" width="240" height="152" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:09 -0800 2011-02-01T13:47:12-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8452948384 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452949284/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8452949284/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8111/8452949284_ff47d04a25_m.jpg" width="173" height="240" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:08 -0800 2011-02-01T13:46:43-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8452949284 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8451855487/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8451855487/" title="Woggan-ma-gule 2011"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8373/8451855487_0b4a0568b8_m.jpg" width="240" height="213" alt="Woggan-ma-gule 2011" /></a></p> <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:31:13 -0800 2011-02-01T13:47:33-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8451855487 Woggan-ma-gule 2011 <p>I have some serious catching up to do! <br /> These shots are from the 2011 Australia Day Woggan-ma-gule ceremony.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of waters, a traditional indigenous ceremony held at contemporary and traditional gatherings. This particular ceremony is held every Australia Day, January 26. A day that many indigenous people refer to as 'invasion day'. <br /> I found the ceremony to be very moving and powerful, as well as confronting given the history of the anglo saxon in this magnificent country and our treatment of the beautiful people that are its original care takers.<br /> The words below are taken directly from the information leaflet handed out on the day.<br /> The Australia Day Council of NSW and traditional owners of Farm Cove welcome you.<br /> By beginning your day with us, experiencing our song and dance and smoking ritual, you will begin a new connection to country.<br /> Woggan-ma-gule is the meeting of the waters. On the Darug Nation and the lands of the Gadigal and neighbouring clans: Dharawal, Yuin, Gurik, Wonaroo and Awabakal, the Woggan-ma-gule Morning Ceremony continues to maintain the age-old custodial traditions of Ceremony. Ceremony is performed at both contemporary and traditional gatherings; in Woggan-ma-gule, we continue the commemoration of the past and the celebration of the future.<br /> In earlier times, ancestral creation spirits were revered and honoured as the safe keepers of our lands. Through song and dance fusing traditional rituals and contemporary music we awaken, cleanse and honour the spirits of past inhabitant. Once honoured, they continue to protect and watch over the land...<br /> ...The spirit ancestors in the beginning roamed the earth forming rocks, streams, mountains and providing the plans and animals for food. As care takers of the land the Ancestors gave Aboriginal people their totems, so that they too would take care of the land.<br /> The performers begin by calling the names of our totems and animals following in the footsteps of our ancestors - Gawura (whale), Baruwaluri (dolphin), Wubin (possum), and Badagarang (kangaroo)...<br /> ...The long grass, waterlily and goanna dreamtime is a fusion of contemporary and traditional dance that represents indigenous mythology and the physical beauty of the Woggan-ma-gule site and the lifecycle of the animals and creek bed...<br /> ...Large initiations in Bora rings (ceremonial grounds) were performed at the head of Farm Cove as late as 1795 . Hence this area is of great significance to Aboriginal people....<br /> ...As the story about Guruwin and Daringyal, the Shark and the Stingray [is told], the children notice the first ships in the Harbour and alarm all the people. As the women and children take cover, the men go and investigate the Harbour...</p> traceyjohns sydney australia wogganmagule http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038068166/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038068166/" title="Water Lily"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8178/8038068166_9dd7e4e9cf_m.jpg" width="240" height="169" alt="Water Lily" /></a></p> <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 21:22:08 -0700 2011-02-01T13:51:57-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8038068166 Water Lily <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> traceyjohns garden lily sydney http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038067610/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038067610/" title="Water Lily"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8458/8038067610_122ac2f25d_m.jpg" width="152" height="240" alt="Water Lily" /></a></p> <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 21:22:09 -0700 2011-02-01T13:51:52-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8038067610 Water Lily <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> traceyjohns garden lily sydney http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038064787/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038064787/" title="Water Lily"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8316/8038064787_7e54bfb906_m.jpg" width="156" height="240" alt="Water Lily" /></a></p> <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 21:22:07 -0700 2011-02-01T13:50:20-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8038064787 Water Lily <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> traceyjohns garden lily sydney http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038064953/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038064953/" title="Water Lily"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8041/8038064953_d8f9eebfac_m.jpg" width="173" height="240" alt="Water Lily" /></a></p> <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 21:22:06 -0700 2011-02-01T13:50:20-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8038064953 Water Lily <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> traceyjohns garden lily sydney http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038066632/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038066632/" title="Water Lily"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8169/8038066632_129295a75e_m.jpg" width="240" height="161" alt="Water Lily" /></a></p> <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 21:22:10 -0700 2011-02-01T13:51:43-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8038066632 Water Lily <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> traceyjohns garden lily sydney http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038070088/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038070088/" title="Water Lily"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8320/8038070088_3d820ce6b7_m.jpg" width="240" height="191" alt="Water Lily" /></a></p> <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 21:22:05 -0700 2011-02-01T13:50:23-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8038070088 Water Lily <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> traceyjohns lily sydney gardnes http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038064129/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/traceyjohns/">traceyjohns</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/traceyjohns/8038064129/" title="Water Lily"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8454/8038064129_547913fbc3_m.jpg" width="240" height="147" alt="Water Lily" /></a></p> <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 21:22:08 -0700 2011-02-01T13:50:18-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (traceyjohns) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8038064129 Water Lily <p>Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney</p> traceyjohns garden lily sydney