Two women and a young man standing on a verandah next to white telescopes, with one of the women holding a poster stating “Gaze the Miima”.
IN THEIR SIGHTS:  Council’s Aboriginal Community Development Officer Michaella Alexander, Youth Development Officer Melissa Fattore and Trainee Aboriginal Community Development Officer Caleb Atkinson are getting ready to Gaze the Miima.
Events & Tourism

A night full of stellar stories at the Museum of the Riverina

Published: 01 Oct 2024 11:48am

Where Wiradyuri wisdom meets cosmic curiosities!

Have you ever wondered about the stars up above and what they mean to our First Nations communities?

The Wagga Wagga community is being invited to explore the wonders of the Spring-time night sky at the Museum of the Riverina – Botanic Gardens site for Gaze the Miima (stars), on Tuesday 8 October 2024.

Council’s Youth Development Officer Melissa Fattore says the event was originally scheduled to be held during NAIDOC Week back in July but was postponed due to bad weather.

“We are thrilled to be able to put this evening of stargazing and storytelling with a local Wiradyuri knowledge holder and an amateur astronomer back on the calendar of events for our city and surrounds over the school holidays,” Ms Fattore said.

“People of all ages and abilities, and their circle of support are invited to join us for a magical night where ancient wisdom meets the wonders of the Miima.”

A man and a woman looking through the view finder on white telescopes.
LOOK UP!: Council Trainee Aboriginal Community Development Officer Caleb Atkinson and Aboriginal Community Development Officer Michaella Alexander test the telescopes which will be set up for Gaze the Miima at the Museum of the Riverina.

Wiradjuri knowledge holder Luke Wighton will be sharing stories, surrounded by Wiradjuri/Wiradyuri history and culture in the Museum’s Wiradyuri Gallery.

Afterwards, a local amateur astronomer will guide you through the constellations, connecting traditional narratives with modern-day astronomy.

Council's Aboriginal Community Development Officer Michaella Alexander says that participants will be treated with some scrumptious refreshments from a local First Nations caterer.

“A light selection of treats with native ingredients will be provided for refreshments to expand your palate,” Ms Alexander said.

“This is an inclusive community event, with all ages and abilities welcome to be part of this special event!”

Tickets are $10 per person, plus a booking fee. Spots are limited and registration is required,

To snap up your ticket, visit:

Gaze the Miima

If you need this information in another format or have any questions, please contact Council’s Community Development Team on 1300 292 442 or email first.nations@wagga.nsw.gov.au

Gaze the Miima

Tuesday 8 October 2024 | from 7:30pm
Museum of the Riverina – Botanic Gardens site
127 Lord Baden Powell Drive
Tickets: $10 + booking fees