Susannah Keebler Lead Artist and Dancer, Mallacoota

What a feast of culture and friendship. I felt spiritually energised by the event. I truly enjoyed making so many creative and inspirational new friends. I also felt I learned a lot about where I want to go with my creative work in community. Thanks for this opportunity!

Jeannie Haughton Baw Baw Arts Alliance

The work with children was wonderful, and the connection between different communities was another outstanding element of the weekend. So congratulations to you and the wonderful people who have no doubt worked for a year or more to make it so meaningful. That’s probably what I admire most- that you have found a way to make a meaningful and positive contribution to our communities and our society in general.

Kahren Richardson Graphic Designer Phillip Island Nature Parks

You do an amazing job. May the festival continue to grow in significance.

Michael Jordan Jazz drummer

Thank you Laura and all who work so hard to produce this event. As always it was a pleasure to be involved.

Lisa Kennedy Aboriginal artist

Thanks so much Laura for the wonderful opportunities, I enjoyed every bit of it and feel greatly enriched. I always love working with you. It was a very joyful experience to be a part of the creative team with such wonderful people. I felt a stronger connection to my creativity with the opportunity to use story language and performance and to be alongside musicians and singers. So many special moments.

Jeanette Diss Offshore Theatre Company

Thank you for the opportunity to be part of this wonderful experience. I enjoyed every moment.

Peter Corser Artist

A big thanks to you for creating such a wonderful event. It was a real pleasure to be there for it.

Mandy Nicholson Artist, dancer, Woiwurrung Language Specialist

It was amazing, a thorough immersion in many cultures. Thanks for all your effort.

Santha Press Musician

It was such a privilege to be part of this important event amidst so many wonderful creative people. A cry and a stand for hope and understanding. I met some great people and was deeply moved by much that I saw and participated in. Good luck with whatever you plan next.

Cr Jordan Crugnale Former Mayor, Bass Coast Shire Council

Thank you Dr Laura, great to have been sent links and information. Was a fabulous day and turnout…well done to everyone involved!