Kaurna Learning Circle
The transformation of the northern end of the North Terrace campus acknowledges and celebrates the Kaurna people and culture.
A meeting place and ceremonial space, the Kaurna Learning Circle was developed in partnership with the Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Engagement, Professor Shane Hearn, and Wiltu Yarlu. The redevelopment also includes expansive new lawn areas, an emphasis on South ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n vegetation and the restoration of vistas to the River Torrens (Karrawirra Parri).Â
Project overview
- Location: North Terrace Campus
- Size: 3,500 m2
- Cost: $4.5 million
- Landscape Architect: Oxigen
- Construction partner: Sarah Constructions
Features
- Kaurna Learning Circle, featuring a shelter, stone seating and Kaurna Welcome To Country
- Expansion of the Barr Smith Lawns and extensive landscaping featuring compacted local clay soil, native South ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n plants, and ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n bluestone and granite paving
- The artwork Wangu Poles, by local Aboriginal artist Paul Herzich
- The sculpture Spriggina Floundersi, by local artist Silvio Apponyi
- Removal of boundary fencing and low wall around the Barr Smith Lawns
- Upgraded underground services and addition of event services.
Completed: June 2020
