A Dja Dja Wurrung man has told of the importance of cultural burning and land management as part of a state government campaign encouraging Aboriginal storytelling, truth and justice.
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Trent Nelson has helped bring back populations of endangered plants in Greater Bendigo National Park through managed and controlled fire burning.
Mr Nelson shared his story as part of Deadly & Proud, a campaign that celebrates Victoria's rich heritage of Aboriginal cultures, resilience and communities.
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Cultural burning can act as a healing tool for the country and a way to protect land and life, Mr Nelson said.
He is eager to promote the importance of controlled fire and smoke, with a Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony using only plants that have cultural meaning, such as the gum leaf, which signifies ancestors and elders.
Deadly & Proud campaign director and Yorta Yorta and Wurundjeri man Tony Briggs said the platform gives all Victorians the opportunity to see why they can share in the pride of Aboriginal people.
"Stories told through this campaign highlight the resilience of our people to survive and thrive in Victoria," Mr Briggs said.
"All Victorians can and should be proud of what we have in Victoria.
"Our state's history is shared, as is our future."
To hear from all of the storytellers from the campaign, visit deadlyandproud.com.au
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