Sensing Environments: Overnight Forest, Bli Bli - Blake Cawthan

Acknowledgement of Country I would first like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we meet, live, work, and study. I would also like to pay my respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. I acknowledge that this land was never ceded nor granted. Practicing Mindfulness is a walk which is centred around escaping into the natural world, just for a few minutes, to calm your nervous system. Be where your two feet are, noticing the beauty of the world around you. Breathe deeply, slowly in through your nose and out through your mouth. Let thoughts come in and pass without judgement, and then bring your attention back to your breathing. Note: The second half of the walk through the forest is only to be done during the day, as it is not lit up at night.

The land housing the Sippy Downs campus teems with life and vitality. Establishing a connection between the campus's natural surroundings and sensory experiences is integral to creating a distinctive environment. Take your time to immerse yourself in nature, listen attentively to the soundscape, and experience the diverse array of bird calls, insect chirps, rainfall, underwater ambience, and even the subtle rustling of trees you may have never noticed before. These sounds will continue to loop until you step outside the circle.

'Where the Land Listens' has been created as a celebration of Kabi Kabi Country and as a deep exploration of place. Throughout the walk, you are invited to experience the shifting soundscapes and sights of Point Cartwright Reserve, from dawn to dusk, and from shoreline to bush. This work journeys through the sounds of waves, wind, rain, and birdlife, revealing the contrast between coastal and rainforest ecosystems within a single landscape. Through these recordings, this walk offers multiple ways of encountering the same place, each shaped by time, atmosphere, and ecological activity. This immersive audio-visual experience encourages you to pause, listen, and attune to the nuances of this environment. Let the soundscapes guide you on a journey through our biosphere, and let the visuals transport you. All images and audio recordings in this work were created on Kabi Kabi Country. I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land, the Kabi Kabi / Gubbi Gubbi peoples, and pay my respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging. This walk is an opportunity to experience and reflect on country with care and respect. Please note that this walk is wheelchair accessible and intended to be suitable for all ages and fitness levels. As it takes place outdoors and may involve direct sunlight, sun safety is encouraged. Take care underfoot and remain aware of your surroundings, including any wildlife. For the optimal experience, park in P13 and start on the northern end of the walk to start at “dawn” and finish at “dusk”, walking through the day. This campus location has been selected to add to the serenity of the audio-visual echoes, guiding you through ponds, bush and open space for the perfect place to slow down and listen. Enjoy your virtual exploration.

This is for our workshop

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters upon which the University's campuses are located. We acknowledge their continuing connections to the Country and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Welcome to your integrated experience of the beautiful art collection found around the University of the Sunshine Coast. Here you will find information about the amazing featured artists' work that we are very grateful to have on our campus. You will hear Megan Williams talk about some of the amazing artwork we have on the campus. Megan is a curator and writer with over fifteen years of experience in programming and management roles across the university art museum sector. This walk is designed to give you information of each art, recommend downloading the walk for a better optimal experience. Please listen to the end before moving to the next echo to make sure the audio does not overlap and don't forget to tap each echo to ensure you view each image. Now feel welcome to immerse yourself in this experience and enjoy the beautiful art and the information.

Preview this traditional canoe (currently undergoing routine maintenance) that will soon be ready for public viewing. The bark canoe has been crafted using traditional techniques, brimming with historic and cultural significance. Narrated by Lyndon Davis

This is an example for DES304

You spend a day the Mary Cairncross rainforest during a rainy day.