Guided by Country: Aboriginal Family History

15/08/2026

Yaama you Mob 👋🏿

CALLING ALL COONABARABRAN & GAMILAROI MOB

I’m researching the family history of Susan Slater who has also gone by the names of Susan Chatfield and Susan Evanson for a client.

I’m hoping someone in the community may have family knowledge, stories, photographs, documents, or information that could help connect my client to their family and ancestors.

If you recognise the name or believe you may be connected, please feel free to comment or send me a private message.

Any information shared will be treated respectfully 🖤💛❤️

Maarubaa (Thanks) for helping us piece together these family histories. 🌿

29/07/2026

29/07/2026

Some family history journeys begin with names and dates.

Others begin with unanswered questions, missing records and stories waiting to be found.

If your journey feels difficult right now, please don't lose hope.

Every conversation you have.
Every record you read.
Every archive you search.
Every question you ask.

Brings you one step closer to understanding your family's story.

There may be days when it feels like you're getting nowhere—but sometimes the biggest breakthrough comes from the record you almost didn't open.

Keep going. Your story matters, and so do the stories of those who came before you 🌿

If this message resonates with you, leave a 🤎 in the comments so we know we're walking this journey together.

27/07/2026

Ali Abdullah-Highfold's work at the SA Museum helps so many Mob reconnect daily.

25/07/2026

Every family history journey is different, and every path deserves respect.

Whether you've been researching for 30 years or you're just beginning today, your experience could help someone else take their very first step.

Share one piece of advice you'd give to someone starting their Aboriginal family history journey 🌿

Let's build a thread full of knowledge, encouragement and hope for those still searching.

25/07/2026

24/07/2026

🌿 COMING SOON... 🌿

After months of writing, researching and pouring my heart into every page, I'm so excited to finally share that my first Guided by Country eBook is almost here! 🤎

Whether you're just beginning your Aboriginal family history journey or you've been researching for years, this guide has been created to help you navigate your next steps with confidence, care and respect.

Inside you'll discover:
● Where to begin your research
● How to understand historical records
● Tips for reconnecting with family, Country and community respectfully.
● The best places to search for information
● Practical advice, checklists and resources to guide you every step of the way

This resource has been created for our people and for anyone wanting to respectfully research Aboriginal family history.

💌 Want to be the first to know when it's released?

Visit my website and sign up to the newsletter pop-up at guidedbycountry.com

As soon as the eBook launches, you'll be among the first to receive the announcement straight to your inbox!

I truly can't wait to share this with you all.

Thank you for supporting Guided by Country and helping preserve and reconnect our stories for future generations 🖤💛❤️

👇 Tell me in the comments: Where is your mob from, or what part of your family history are you hoping to discover?

29/06/2026

Charles Perkins wasn't born into privilege—he was born into segregation.

Growing up as an Arrernte and Kalkadoon man, Charles Perkins experienced racism from a young age. Aboriginal people were denied basic rights, excluded from public places, and treated as second-class citizens simply because of who they were.

Instead of accepting injustice, he chose to fight it. Through education, courage and determination, he became one of the first Aboriginal Australians to graduate from university, led the historic 1965 Freedom Ride that exposed racism across regional NSW, and later became the first Aboriginal Australian to lead a Commonwealth Government department.

His legacy reminds us that real change comes from people who refuse to stay silent. Charles Perkins didn't just make history—he helped change Australia's future.

Our history deserves to be known. Our heroes deserve to be remembered. ❤️🖤💛

27/05/2026

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16/05/2026

We’re proud to welcome the Buuja Buuja Butterfly Dance Group to our Sorry Day Stolen Generations Community Gathering.

Buuja Buuja Butterfly Dance Group are a First Nations dance group who share culture through movement and storytelling. Their performances reflect strength, identity and the passing of cultural knowledge to the next generation.

Join us as we come together on Gadigal Country for a day of reflection, connection and community.

🗓 Sunday 24 May 2026
📍 Tarpeian Lawn, Royal Botanic Gardens
⏰ 10:00am – 2:00pm

Bring your picnic rug, your friends and family — all are welcome.

This is a free community event for Survivors, descendants, families and the broader community.