Aunty Dale Chapman

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Aunty Dale Chapman is a proud Kooma and Yuwaalaraay woman, celebrated chef, and advocate for the Australian native food industry. With over 30 years of experience, Aunty Dale has dedicated her career to promoting Indigenous bush foods and knowledge, preserving cultural heritage, and educating Australians on sustainable practices. Through her culinary expertise and passion, she has become a leading voice for the bushfood industry, empowering communities and championing Indigenous-led business. Aunty Dale's work bridges cultural wisdom with modern dining, inviting us all to connect with the land through food. Join us as we explore her journey, insights, and the flavours of Australia's unique bushfood heritage. 

My Dilly Bag is Aunty Dale Chapman’s pioneering bush food business, offering a range of authentic Australian native products and culinary experiences that celebrate Indigenous culture, educate communities, and promote sustainable food practices.

In November 2023 Aunty Dale and her Team also founded GATHAA Markets, where First Nations artisans and entrepreneurs showcase their culture, wisdom, and unique creations. The market features a diverse array of stalls offering arts and crafts, bushfoods, apparel, jewellery, homewares, artifacts, and kids' fashion. Visitors can immerse themselves in cultural workshops, bushfood cooking demonstrations, yarning circles, and enjoy live music and dance performances, making it an enriching experience for the whole family.

In this episode Aunty Dale shares her journey into the world of bush foods, starting from her early days as a chef and her passion for educating people, especially children, about the traditional uses and nutritional benefits of native Australian plants. She discusses the importance of keeping the cultural fire burning through education, community engagement, and advocating for sovereignty over bush food resources. 

My Dilly Bag:
Website: My Dilly Bag

Facebook: My Dilly Bag on Facebook

Instagram: My Dilly Bag on Instagram

GATHAA Markets:
Website: GATHAA Markets

Facebook: GATHAA First Nations Market

Thank you to Shannan Bishop, a proud Gunggari Artist and Graphic Designer, who also has connections to Wakka Wakka and Kabi Kabi, for designing The Dreaming Collective's Podcast Artwork. Shannan's art depicts our host, Carly Forrest's journey of bringing the podcast to life and shows the coming together of freshwater and saltwater ~ red dirt and sand with the sharing of our storylines connecting us all and preserving these yarns for future generations.