Orbost Regional Health (ORH) celebrated National Reconciliation Week between May 27 and June 3 2025 with creative displays focused on building connection, understanding and awareness of ongoing reconciliation with the First Nations community.
National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements.
On Thursday, May 29 2025 Orbost Medical Clinic is launching a beautiful traditional woven basket created by Susan Martin, a proud Gunai-Monaro woman from Orbost, and her daughter Kylie.
Susan and Kylie carry forward five generations of weaving wisdom passed down through Elders from Lake Tyers Trust.
Moogji’s chief executive officer Louise Carey is attending the launch.
Louise said “We hope the woven basket at Orbost Medical Clinic prompts staff and visitors to reflect on how each of us can
contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia”.
The native plants featured in the 2025 National Reconciliation Week artwork created by Kalkadoon artist Bree Buttenshaw symbolise strength, growth and the commitment to walk together.
The same native plants were provided by Moogji’s nursery Garden launched at the Forest Road site during the 2024 Reconciliation Week celebrations.
Its social support group participants have nurtured this reconciliation garden which is now flourishing.
Health Services across East Gippsland are finalising the first region-wide
Reconciliation Action Plan, which guides ORH’s continuous journey towards reconciliation.
“We are committed to deepening and strengthening our partnership with Moogji to achieve the best possible health outcomes with our First Nations community members,” ORH chief executive officer,
Vicki Farthing said.
ORH recognises and appreciates the community’s commitment to walking together, guided by the lessons of history, toward a more inclusive and respectful future.
