


miribi bunbal is a First Nations didgeridoo/ yidaki group
The group explores and performs contemporary culturally affirming music including original compositions. This cultural reclamation initiative is run through Ulladulla High School with guidance from the Ulladulla High School Ochre Team and music teacher Mr Hamish Richardson.
What does ‘miribi bunbal’ mean?
The name ‘miribi bunbal’ translates to ‘thunder sticks’ in Dhurga language.
What is Dhurga?
Dhurga is the local Aboriginal language, and one of four used on the south coast of New South Wales by Yuin (Yuwinj) Peoples from Nowra to Narooma and inland to Braidwood. Yuin people have been here for a long, long time – some records showing at least 25,000 years and others suggesting over 90,000 years – and they are still here today.
How can I support the Ulladulla didg’ crew?
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals are warmly invited to come in and yarn with the boys.
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Give them a round of applause! miribi bunbal sometimes performs at special events such as ngulla NAIDOC Festival, Giiyong Festival, Milton Folk Jazz and Blues Festival and other community events.
Donate your funds or skills to support miribi bunbal. The didg’ crew are keen to record more music in future, which involves some expenses in terms of accommodation and hiring a recording studio. The boys are also keen to have opportunities to participate in cultural camps together to play on Country.