Bunya to the Bay is an award winning educational Journey experience grounded in Aboriginal culture and heritage that aims to inspire young ambassadors for the Brisbane River.
In July and August of 2023 the latest journey saw 26 young people relay in teams to walk, cycle and canoe the entire length of the brisbane river from its source to the Sea. Undertaking scientific, personal, social, and adventure learning experiences and engaging directly with Traditional Owners and Elders these young people connected with deep and dynamic cultural heritage and values and became true River Ambassadors.
The Bunya to the Bay project commenced in 2006 with the inagural journey running as part of the River festival. Currently the project is in a review and planning phase, taking time to reflect and reconnect with the organising group of Elders in preperation for the next journey in 2025.
If you are someone who holds an interest in the Journey please get in touch. The project values active and respectful engagement and we cherich the opportunity to connect, listen and respond to all knowledge holders. Please email us at b2b@stanleyrivereec.eq.edu.au , or call on (07) 5497 1447
The Journey component of the project is an amazing and important opportunity availible for School students between the ages of 14 - 18 and will run again in July and August of 2025. The application window for this journey will open in late 2024. It is an opportunity for young people to gain a deep sense of their place in the world and their capacity to shape its future, It's an opportunity of a lifetime.
Students will attend the Opening Ceremony (day), one of four journey legs (6 day 5 nights) and the Closing Ceremony (3 day 2 night journey).