FUNDING BOOST FOR REMOTE ART CENTRE
A PLAN to showcase one of the nation’s most significant collections of didgeridoos has been backed by the NT government to the tune of $2.5m.
Yirrkala, set on the picturesque Gove Peninsula, is renowned for its artworks and artefacts, including the iconic wind instrument that is synonymous with Aboriginal music.
Now the Yolngu community’s Buku-Larrnggay Mulka Centre is set for a transformation that will boost its economic potential and provide more opportunities for local artists, visitors and online audiences.
Planned works include additional and enhanced gallery spaces and interactive and immersive multimedia exhibition spaces.
Col Browne Architect has been engaged to project manage the design and construction phases, supported by a project working group made up of representatives from the Buku-Larrnggay Mulka Centre and the NT government.
BLMC’s Will Stubbs said the new works would mean visitors and online audiences could immerse themselves in Yolngu culture, meet the artists and have a greater understanding of how art connects to culture. “Most importantly, the upgraded centre will also strengthen the sharing of culture within the local community and increase income to artists and art workers,” he said.