Artwork Meaning for ‘Googar’ Ngiyampaa Language (Central West NSW)
The Googar (Goanna) is an important ancestral being in the Dreaming. For our people, Googar carries many life lessons that guide how we live, learn, and care for one another and for Country.
Googar is a symbol of resilience, survival, and knowledge. Watching the Goanna teaches patience, awareness, and how to move through life with care and purpose. Its tracks remind us to walk softly on the land, and its presence in the environment is a reminder of the deep connection between people, animals, and Country.
Googar is not only a hunter and protector but also a teacher — showing the importance of listening, observing, and respecting the land and all living things. The stories of Googar help guide us, passing down cultural knowledge from generation to generation.
Artefact: Coolamon
Medium: Grey Gum/ carved with clear varnish
