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FAQ's - Frequent Asked Questions
Why is a Welcome to Country performed?Traditionally no one went on to another Nations country/land without permission. Except where reciprocal rights existed, a ceremony inviting and welcoming the ëoutsidersí was always performed.
Who will be performing the Welcome to Country?
Native Title Holders of Alice Springs from one of the three Estate Groups ñ Irlpme, Antulye and Mparntwe. The knowledge of the speaker is usually matched to the event or conference being held.
What costs are involved?
$330.00 inc. GST as at 1 July 2006.
How long does the Welcome to Country last?
Approximately 7 to 10 minutes
Who do I contact?
Please send an email to the Administration Officer or see Our Contact Details
How do I request a Welcome to Country?
A written request is required addressed to the Chairperson, detailing who is requesting the Welcome, what the Welcome is for i.e. conference or meeting, where, date and time.
How much notice is required to organise a Welcome to Country?
4 weeks is the preferred length of notice. Welcomes can be arranged at shorter notice if required.
Can Lhere Artepe organise Traditional Performances such as dances?
Please contact Lhere Artepe requesting the availability of Traditional Performances.
How do I acknowledge the traditional owners?
We thank you for acknowledging the recognized traditional owners and custodians of Alice Springs and ask that you express it in the following manner.
ìWe would like to acknowledge the Central Arrernte people as the traditional owners and custodians for Alice Springsî.
I have a ëTree of significanceí on my land what does this mean?
If you have an identified ëtree of significanceí on your land it will be identified on the covenant in your title. The details concerning the disturbance or removal of the tree will also be noted. i.e. disturbance of the soil within 5 metres is prohibited.
Why trees are significant ñ some of the trees are on ceremonial grounds that have been moved within the last 20 years. This means that the tree may have been used for ceremonies up until that time and has ceremonial significance.
Another reason is that it is part of the ësustainableí land practices of the Central Arrernte people. The elders knew that the big trees were two or even three generations old, maybe more and needed to be cared for.
When seeds sprout and saplings grow the Central Arrernte people know that it is a spirit being reborn so it is vitally important for the young trees to sprout before the old tree dies.