Menang Garden

Welcome to the Menang Garden, a place where the ancient and the present come together to tell the story of the Wargyl, the giant snake that shaped this land, Boodja.

As you move through the garden, imagine the Wargyl’s path through the landscape and the features it left behind. The garden is a living tribute, created with care by Menang children, young people, men and women.

Here you will find native plants and animals, each with its own story. Many of these plants are important sources of food, medicine and cultural knowledge for Menang people.

Look for the turtle-shaped pond, and for animals that make the garden their home, including King Skinks, Motorbike Frogs and a resident Quenda, or bandicoot.

You can also see plants such as Hakea laurina, known for its striking flowers, and one-sided bottlebrush, Calothamnus quadrifidus.

The Menang way of life is closely connected to the six Aboriginal seasons. Each season brings different foods, resources and activities, guiding how people live with Boodja throughout the year.

As you explore, we invite you to slow down, look closely and reflect on the deep cultural knowledge held in this garden.