The Gumbi Gumbi Gardens were established through a partnership between the community and the University as a place for learning and sharing of ideas. The Gardens form part of the University's commitment to developing a better understanding of local Indigenous heritage, and acknowledging the culture and contribution they have continued to make to their region.
We invite you to visit and explore as we share our knowledge and understanding of our local indigenous history.
We invite you to visit and explore as we share our knowledge and understanding of our local indigenous history.
The Gardens cover approximately 2.2 hectares on the University of Southern Queensland's Toowoomba Campus.
As you walk through these Gardens remember that you walk with tens of thousands of years of history and heritage. We hope you enjoy and benefit from your experience.
Touring the Gumbi Gumbi Cultural Gardens
All are welcome to these Gardens. It is about people coming together and walking together.
A free 'App' is available for download that connects you to the stories of the Gumbi Gumbi Cultural Gardens while you walk its paths and enjoy its beauty and tranquillity.
On this tour the guides will share their wealth of knowledge of the indigenous plants and their uses.
Sunday 22 September Bus Tours now available for registration.
Monday 23 September Bus Tours now available for registration.
Tuesday 24 September Bus Tours now available for registration.
Wednesday 25 September Bus Tours now available for registration.
| Tour 1: 9:00am - 10:30am |
| Tour 2: 11:00am - 12:30pm |
| Tour 3: 1:00pm - 2:30pm |
| Tour 4: 3:00pm - 4:30pm |
Join us near the Firepit in the Gumbi Gumbi Gardens for a culinary experience and tastings by Jason Davidson.
Jason has travelled the world as a chef for well over 30 years. Jason identifies as a Ngarrindjeri/Gunditjmara man. He is the founder and owner of Figjam & Co, a catering business that is Supply Nation Certified.
His understanding off many cultures and foods from around the world, combined with Bush Tukka ingredients, creates foods that are based around classic recipes and ancient flavours.
- Warrigal Greens with Macadamia Nut Pesto
- Cumbungi (Bulrush Roots) Crochettes
- Bush Tomato Confit using Macadamia Oil
- Kangaroo Sausage Rolls
- Lemon Myrtle Billy Tea
- Campfire Damper
| Cost $30 per person (30 places available each day) | Sunday 22 September (register now) |
| Cost $30 per person (30 places available each day) | Monday 23 September (register now) |
| Cost $30 per person (30 places available each day) | Tuesday 24 September (register now) |
| Cost $30 per person (30 places available each day) | Wednesday 25 September (register now) |
View the night sky and listen to the stories of the stars from an Indigenous perspective. This one off event will take place on Wednesday 25 September.
Join us at the Yarning Circle and look and listen as you enjoy tasting samples of 'tucker' 5:30pm - 8:00pm approx.
Cost is $35 per person and places are limited.
