Introducing BIIK – actively caring for Taungurung Country

Many people who are familiar with Taungurung Land and Waters Council (TLaWC) – the recognised Aboriginal Party for the Taungurung Nation – will know that we have two businesses with similar names operating on Taungurung Country. wawa biik (meaning hello Country) is the cultural experiences business offering guided tours on Country led by Taungurung guides and  BIIK is TLaWC’s natural resource management business that is actively healing Country.  BIIK undertakes a holistic approach to heal Country by integrating traditional knowledge led by the Taungurung Community with scientific methods.  Their aim is to revitalise Taungurung Country by addressing the underlying issues of unhealthy landscapes rather than just addressing the symptoms. We chat to BIIK Director Jason Laverty to understand more about the important work they’re doing on Country.