Children, families, educators and Elders gather on South-East NSW local Aboriginal Peoples’ Country (including Wodi Wodi, Dharawal, Yuin and other interrelated kin) for an intergenerational experience grounded in respect for Country and shared learning. Guided by Peter Hewitt, Lisa Kervin, Crystal Arnold, Anthony McKnight, Lois Peach, Riley McElhone and Tamara Gulich Phoenix, participants took time to walk together, observe closely and listen deeply. This example was created in collaboration with the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child and the Early Start Institute at UOW.

Digital tools—including iPads with microscopes, microphones and recording devices and Plant Wave technology—opened new ways of seeing and hearing Country, capturing textures, colours and sounds. Artists in Residence expanded this creative exploration: Jack Reilly transformed sound recordings into a musical composition, while Brittney Angus wove participant‑captured images into a collaborative artwork.

The result is a rich, multi‑generational journey where technology becomes a bridge—connecting people, deepening cultural understanding, and celebrating the living story of Country.

Seeing Country

Brittney Angus and Jack Reilly supported the Digital Discoveries with Country experience as artists in residence. Brittney used photographs captured of Country by intergenerational participants to create the artwork “Seeing Country”. Jack used an archive of sounds from Country created through sound recorders, PlantWave devices, and microphones. This video enables you to see the development of these creative works and experience the final products.

A Yarn with Pete

Peter Hewitt, a proud Jerrinja/Yuin man, reflects on the deep cultural significance of guiding the Digital Discoveries with Country experience. Sharing this journey alongside his two daughters adds a powerful personal layer, strengthening the connection between culture, family, and future generations.

A Yarn with a Grandmother

A grandmother reflects on her time at the Digital Discoveries with Country experience, where three generations—herself, her daughter, and her grandson—learned side by side. The experience deepened and affirmed her connection to Country, weaving together curiosity and family in a powerful and supportive journey.

A Yarn with Jack

Jack Reilly, an artist and educator, reflects on the process of working with intergenerational clusters to create an archive of sounds from Country and the process of creating a collaborative soundtrack from the experience.

A Yarn with Crystal

Crystal Arnold, a Gundungurra woman, reflects on the experience sharing her observations of intergenerational connections.