CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2019- 2029 CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ALTERNATE FORMATS 01. Introduction and strategic context 3 An electronic version of the City of Perth’s Cultural Development Plan is available from 02. Cultural identity 13 www.perth.wa.gov.au. 03. Community engagement process 16 This document can be provided in alternate formats and languages upon request. 04. Vision, aspirations and objectives 22 Council House, 27 St Georges Terrace, Perth 05. Our commitments 28 9461 3333
[email protected] Appendices 60 INTRODUCTION AND 01. STRATEGIC CONTEXT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY Wanju (Welcome) The City of Perth respectfully acknowledges the Whadjuk Nyoongar people, Traditional Owners of the lands and waters where Perth city is today and pays respects to Elders past, present and future. The rich and enduring culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples is entwined in a deep connection to boodjar (country/place) and to their social identity as living communities. This is a significant historic and vibrant living context that must be acknowledged for cultural development to happen in Perth. The City of Perth is deeply committed to building and maintaining respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and it is in this spirit that we deliver the City of Perth Cultural Development Plan. WANJU 01 Introduction and strategic context 4 A GLOBAL CITY Perth is a multi-cultural city with a diverse population. In 2016, 54.7 per cent of Perth city residents were born overseas (from 78 countries). 38.6 per cent of Perth city residents spoke a language other than English (at home).