Australian Identity

I believe Australian Identity exists in two different forms which together form a beautiful culture. Some are more existent in the design of Canberra than others:


Modern Australian Identity

Australia has many icons that are now recognisable all around the globe. The built structures would never have been remotely thought of 300 years ago.
Australia is a young and proud nation and treasure the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.

The 'never-say-die' and mateship attitude of Australia is another valued trait, said to stem from the Australian and New Zealand ANZACs, dating back to WWI.
A closeness and friendliness is said to make Australians popular around the world. Therefore, a close-knitted community as a capital should be vital.

Natural forms of Australian land are also important to Australia's culture. As well as being highly significant to the Indigenous people of Australia, it is a place new and old Australians can come together. The Aussie barbecue would be an iconic statement and gathering. That is why on Australia Day, people gather to celebrate what is beautifully Australia in the modern era.




Indigenous Australian Identity - the roots of the nation

 The other side of the coin and even the Australian $50 note is the old, peaceful and respectful culture of indigenous Australia.


These are the people who here living on the Australian land before the Europeans settled here in the 1700s.

The artwork and story telling of the Aboriginal culture is a noticeable feature, with their dotted paintings also being unique and recognisable all over the globe. These amazing depictions stem from the virtual world of 'The Dreamtime'. This is the setting of nearly all Aboriginal elder stories from long ago.




The indigenous people, although extremely low in population compared to the white Australians, are immersed with many important facets of modern Australians culture. Australian Rules football is a good example, with indigenous arguably being the most exciting players in the increasingly popular sport.

The traditional meeting places was and remains another vital feature within the indigenous culture. The traditional welcoming circle would welcome newcomers and other tribes to their land (Central Art 2011). They are still ceremoniously used, to preserve the valued customs.

Meeting circles were also used as traditional meeting places where indigenous people from all around could meet at certain times. Elders would also council within these circles.




These unique cultural habits along with traditional sheltering and hierarchy of needs will be a strong basis for developing a new, different, more Australia Canberra and Parliament.
What about a Meeting Circle instead of a House of Respresentatives?
All created equal, accepting and appreciating the land on which they sit.
Traditional ownership recognition to a whole new level.