27 Mar 2025

High Place #118

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Robert Daly and his parrots are a frequent sight in Bowral and at community events
Woman photographs Robert Daley's parrots in Corbett Gardens, Bowral during the Tulip Time festival 2023
Robert Daley's parrots in Corbett Gardens, Bowral during the Nepalese festival 2025
Robert Daly and his parrots walking along Bong Bong Street, Bowral.

Robert Daly and his parrots are a frequent sight in Bowral and at community events. As reported this week by the Southern Highlands Express newspaper, he was recently recognised with a NSW Seniors Local Achievement award recognising “seniors that help make their communities a diverse, active and inspiring place to live”.

1 Mar 2025

Gibbergunyah #02, Koori Flag Raise

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13 April 2019. 17th Anniversary of the ceremony at nin garang thurree currobung (The Place Between the Rocks) near Cherry Tree rest area in Gibbergunyah Reserve, Bowral, NSW. Acknowledgement of Country, Smoking Ceremony, Poetry with Murri poet Kirli Saunders, Ecopella, Southern Highlands capella singing group.
Mirror Flash. Gibbergunyah Reserve. 14 April, 2018
Koori Flag Raise and Mirror Flash, Gibbergunyah, Bowral, NSW Australia

The annual Koori Flag Raise and Mirror Flash is a celebration of Aboriginal culture and heritage. Held in the heart of the Southern Highlands on Gundungurra land, the event brings together community members and Indigenous artists to honour the rich history and traditions of the local Koori people.

A moment of cultural significance creating a powerful and moving atmosphere as the Aboriginal flag is proudly hoisted to symbolise the strength, resilience, and sovereignty of the Koori nation. The ceremony is accompanied by traditional Welcome to Country and cultural performances such as didgeridoo playing and poems.

Following flag-raising the Mirror Flash takes place. This involves reflecting the sunlight from a mirror as a signal and form of communication with the Blue Mountains community at Katoomba approx 90km away. The Mirror Flash is a symbol of unity, connection and the shared spirit of the community.

These events foster a sense of belonging, understanding, and respect for Aboriginal heritage, promoting reconciliation and cultural awareness. It takes place annually on the second Saturday in April.

Organised by the Woonjeegaribay Conciliation Group Inc., the event takes place on the second Saturday in April.

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