The history and culture of our region's 'First Nations' are being recognised in the naming of our newest park in Lathlain/Carlisle (more commonly known as Lathlain 2X Community Park, Tom Wright Park and the old Carlisle Bowling Club site).
The Town is calling on its community to choose from three selected names that have meaning to the site, using the Whadjuk Noongar people’s language.
The Mindeera Advisory Group (formerly named the Aboriginal Engagement Advisory Group) has come up with the three names and we’re seeking the community to vote for their preference.
At the initial meeting with the Mindeera Advisory Group held on the 11 November, the group provided advice on the spelling of the names. The names have now been updated to reflect this advice.
What are the three names and their meaning?
Karak-ap Park - a place of the Forest Red-tailed Black Cockatoo
Ngoolyak Park - the Carnaby Forest White-tailed Black Cockatoo
Koolbardi Park - the Australian Magpie
What is happening now?
A report item presented at the February 2021 Ordinary Council Meeting was resolved that Council:
1. Endorses the following place names for submission to Landgate for Landgate's consideration and formal selection of the place name for the new park situated at 64 Bishopsgate Street, Carlisle.:
a. “Koolbardi Park” as the preferred place name.
b. “Karak-ap Park” as the next preferred alternative place name.
c. Ngoolyak Park” as an alternative place name.
2. That the Town investigates the possibility to naming a structure with Zone 2X, such as the picnic pavilion, the “cluster climber” climbing frame, or nature play equipment in honour of Tom Wright.
3. Request that the Town further investigate the history of the naming of Tom Wright Reserve by the City of Perth, and that this history be recorded and some form of acknowledgement of this history be made available. That the method of historical acknowledgement is to be determined by the Town Administration.
What was the result of the community engagement?
552 votes were received with 59% voting for Koolbardi.
How can I get more information?
Ask a question and we will respond
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Contact the Project Manager - Kevin Cunningham on 9311 8111 or email kcunningham@vicpark.wa.gov.au
The history and culture of our region's 'First Nations' are being recognised in the naming of our newest park in Lathlain/Carlisle (more commonly known as Lathlain 2X Community Park, Tom Wright Park and the old Carlisle Bowling Club site).
The Town is calling on its community to choose from three selected names that have meaning to the site, using the Whadjuk Noongar people’s language.
The Mindeera Advisory Group (formerly named the Aboriginal Engagement Advisory Group) has come up with the three names and we’re seeking the community to vote for their preference.
At the initial meeting with the Mindeera Advisory Group held on the 11 November, the group provided advice on the spelling of the names. The names have now been updated to reflect this advice.
What are the three names and their meaning?
Karak-ap Park - a place of the Forest Red-tailed Black Cockatoo
Ngoolyak Park - the Carnaby Forest White-tailed Black Cockatoo
Koolbardi Park - the Australian Magpie
What is happening now?
A report item presented at the February 2021 Ordinary Council Meeting was resolved that Council:
1. Endorses the following place names for submission to Landgate for Landgate's consideration and formal selection of the place name for the new park situated at 64 Bishopsgate Street, Carlisle.:
a. “Koolbardi Park” as the preferred place name.
b. “Karak-ap Park” as the next preferred alternative place name.
c. Ngoolyak Park” as an alternative place name.
2. That the Town investigates the possibility to naming a structure with Zone 2X, such as the picnic pavilion, the “cluster climber” climbing frame, or nature play equipment in honour of Tom Wright.
3. Request that the Town further investigate the history of the naming of Tom Wright Reserve by the City of Perth, and that this history be recorded and some form of acknowledgement of this history be made available. That the method of historical acknowledgement is to be determined by the Town Administration.
What was the result of the community engagement?
552 votes were received with 59% voting for Koolbardi.
How can I get more information?
Ask a question and we will respond
Read the FAQ's
Contact the Project Manager - Kevin Cunningham on 9311 8111 or email kcunningham@vicpark.wa.gov.au
I guess you don't have any British Australian immigrants in this naming group? I would say Ngoolyak as goolie - "Noun. goolies pl (normally plural, singular gooly) (Britain, vulgar slang, usually in the plural) The testicles." - you might want to reconsider that one in the name of cultural sensitivity of a large minority immigrant population!
Brian31
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over 3 years ago
Thanks Brian for your feedback.
Comment. It is ironic how we choose names to reflect what has been destroyed, and are prepared to go to great lengths to consult on something like the name of a park, but when it counts, on the big stuff, are not prepared to really listen.
Eugenie
asked
over 3 years ago
Hi Eugenie. The names were suggested by the Mindeera Advisory Group (formally the Aboriginal Engagement Advisory Group). The policies and standards for geographical naming in Western Australia includes a number of fundamental requirements for the naming of roads, administrative boundaries, cultural and topographical features, which includes community consultation.
I think it's great that the name is being changed to an indigenous name. It's not about pleasing the 3%. Aboriginal culture and language is beautiful! And it's a part of the heritage of this beautiful country we live in. Good work VP! Anyway, my question is about the name Koolbardi. I think it's getting the most votes at the moment but it may be because the name is familiar. It's probably familiar to a lot of people because there are already parks and trails with this name (Coolbardi trail, Koolbardi park in Midland etc etc). It would be nice to have a unique name and the Noongar language has a pretty huge range to choose from. I guess my question is do you realise there are already parks with that name and would you consider changing the options to make them unique and maybe more relevant to the park/area history?
BishopsgateDad
asked
over 3 years ago
HI BD
At this stage of the engagement we wont be seeking alternative names as these names were determined in consultation with the Mindeera Advisory Group (formally the Aboriginal Engagement Advisory Group) before being submitted to the State Government Geographic Names Committee at Landgate.
The name Kaarakin is on all of the posters and marketing material for this project. But on the actual poll it is changed to Karak-ap. Can you please clarify which one it will be?
BishopsgateDad
asked
over 3 years ago
At the initial meeting with the Mindeera Advisory Group held on the 11 November, the group provided advice on the spelling of the names. The names have now been updated to reflect this advice.
This information has been included in the main content on the Your Thoughts page, FAQ's and updated on all Social Media communications. Unfortunately due to graphic and printing turnaround time, we were unable to amend the printed collateral.
For those of us who prefer non-aboriginal names, can the name plaques be subtitled "Magpie Park" please.
Llew
asked
over 3 years ago
We will certainly take your feedback on board as part of the the design of the plaque.
Why do we have to have aboriginal names to satisfy 3% of the population and even less in Victoria Park. I have lived in Victoria Park for 80years, and have never seen signs of aboriginal occupation.
I would prefer "Green Park" because of its association with the former bowling club greens. Allowing that my opinion above will be ignored, of the three suggested names ], Koolbardi is the most sensible as the land was never forested, being covered by banksias and wooly bushes.
Llew
asked
over 3 years ago
Hi Liew. The Town of Victoria Park acknowledges the vast and diverse population who live, work and enjoy life in the Town. Aboriginal people have, and always will be, the original custodians of the land which the Town of Victoria Park is on. The Town of Victoria Park understands that Noongar and Whadjuk culture are part of the Town's identity, and we will continue to make efforts to recognise the original custodians of the land.
If Koolbardi is your preference for the renaming, please ensure you vote in the quick poll.
Hayley Boyd
Hi, I don't really care about the name for the park, I'm just wondering when the basketball rings will be put back up again? they have been removed for 10 months now, it's a long time for such a well used facility to be out of action.
DarrenB
asked
over 3 years ago
Hi Darren. The Town has been considering alternative backboard materials to minimise noise to neighbouring properties. That research is ongoing. At this stage, a date for hoop replacement cannot be advised. There are basketball rings available at Fletcher Park, John Bissett Reserve, Rayment Park and McCallum Park. For more information: https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au/Parks-and-Reserves
