Ngarraanga nginundi Yuludarla. Remember your Dreaming


Muurrbay: Ngarraanga nginundi Yuludarla. Remember your Dreaming. Aboriginal Languages strengthen our identity, containing the wisdom, values and beliefs of our people.


  • Our Dreaming
  • The wisdom of our Elders
  • Language comes from country
  • Culture and language are one
  • Language empowers communities
  • Language lives in families and communities
  • Keeping true to the words of our ancestors
  • Collaboration strengthens us all
  • Our languages are living and growing
  • The human right to be bilingual

To revitalise HRLM, Darkinyung, Gathang, Dhanggati, Gumbaynggirr, Yaygirr and Bundjalung, we …

  • Conduct quality research
  • Record Elders and speakers
  • Publish language texts
  • Deliver certificate courses
  • Develop teaching resources
  • Host community language yarn ups
  • Mentor language champions
  • Provide language advice & translations
  • Run a community hub and meeting place
  • Auspice community language projects

  • Goal 1: Muurrbay is a strong and sustainable regional language centre
  • Goal 2: Create stronger Aboriginal languages by supporting communities from the seven language groups Muurrbay works with
  • Goal 3: All regional Aboriginal communities are well supported to revitalise and teach their languages
  • Goal 4: All Muurrbay’s work is embedded in Aboriginal culture


  • Resource Expansion: Increase published resources (e.g., apps, dictionaries).
  • Course Delivery: Offer more Certificate I–III programs.
  • Cultural Integration: Increase community participation and language use in new domains (workplaces, signage, media).
  • Sustainability: Train new staff and strengthen governance through Board development.

Muurrbay aims to remain a leader in Aboriginal language revitalization by supporting regional communities, delivering high-quality educational programs, and promoting sustainable growth. With a clear focus on collaboration, research, and cultural expression, this strategic plan ensures a strong foundation for the years ahead.