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Connecting with Country: Cultural Advisory Services by Muru Mittigar

At Muru Mittigar, we believe meaningful engagement with Country begins with listening to those who know it best. As a Dharug-led social enterprise operating for over 20 years, we work closely with Traditional Owners, Elders, artists and knowledge holders to ensure Aboriginal culture and knowledge are integrated respectfully into the built environment.

We understand that for many organisations, navigating cultural protocols and connecting with the right Traditional Owners can be a challenge. That’s why our advisory services are designed to bridge that gap – supporting respectful engagement while ensuring projects are guided by community-led cultural knowledge.

Our Approach

Rather than offering rigid packages, we provide flexible cultural advisory services tailored to your needs – whether you’re just starting your journey or seeking ongoing guidance throughout a project. Our aim is to make engagement with Dharug people and Country meaningful, appropriate, and impactful.

What We Offer

• Engagement with Dharug Traditional Owners, Elders, Artists and Knowledge Holders

• Place Naming and Dharug language consultation

• Ad hoc or ongoing stakeholder engagement

• Support with Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) implementation

• Preparation of Dharug-led Connecting with Country Reports in alignment with the NSW Government’s framework

• Traditional interpretation of place, location and service offerings

About the NSW Connecting with Country Framework

The NSW Connecting with Country Framework is a government-endorsed guide that supports integrating Aboriginal cultural knowledge into planning, design and delivery of infrastructure and development projects. It is based on the principle:

“If we care for Country, Country will care for us.”

This approach fosters collaboration with Aboriginal communities, promotes sustainable land and water use and ensures developments are not only respectful of cultural heritage but are also future-focused and grounded in Country.

Why Work With Us?

Our deep roots in community and long-standing relationships with Dharug knowledge holders make Muru Mittigar a trusted partner in cultural engagement. We don’t just provide advice – we walk with you, guiding your organisation to make informed, respectful decisions that honour Country, culture and community.

Ready to connect your project with Country the right way?
Partner with Muru Mittigar and let us guide your cultural engagement with care, respect and authenticity.

Contact us today to start your journey with Traditional Owner engagement and Connecting with Country.