The Yura Way
At Yura, we believe meaningful relationships are built through respect, guided by kindness and strengthened through shared understanding.
We work alongside organisations to build stronger relationships, deepen cultural understanding and create more sustainable ways of working with people, culture and Country.
Artwork meaning - This artwork honors women as the givers of life, carrying strength, wisdom, and purpose through generations. With kindness, love, and culture, they nurture us, teach us, and grow us.
Built on our connection!
At Yura, we believe the way forward begins with understanding.
Understanding who we are, where we come from, the Country we belong to and the relationships that shape us.
From our bloodlines of Quandamooka and Kaanju, our philosophy brings cultural knowledge, lived experience and professional practice together — creating space for people to learn, connect and move forward with purpose.
Meaning of 'Yura'
It is a greeting that means “Welcome/Hello” in the Jandi Language of the Quandamooka Nation peoples
The Yura Way
Yarning → Understanding → Respect / Responsibility → Action
We listen first.
We create space for open conversation, curiosity and relationship.
We take the time to learn.
We explore culture, Country, history, people and perspectives to build shared understanding.
We consider what comes next.
Understanding brings responsibility. We support organisations to consider their role, relationships and impact.
We work alongside organisations to translate knowledge into meaningful, practical and sustainable action.
Testimonials
CRAIG WILSON, Head of Sustainability
" This was an incredibly valuable and authentic experience. The session was genuinely powerful, and hearing directly from local First Nations voices in such an open and respectful setting deepened my understanding of culture, connection to Country and lived experience. It was both insightful and thought-provoking, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn in such a meaningful way."
Testimonials
DYLAN PITKIN, Asset and Maintenance Coordinator
"As a father of young children, I feel it’s important to deepen my understanding and awareness of the history of First Nations peoples, their culture, and their connection to Country. This knowledge will help me support my children in developing a richer and more informed perspective than I had growing up.
The conversations and storytelling shared by Aunty Merle and Kaitlin are incredibly insightful, delivered with such openness and honesty that you’re inspired to absorb as much as possible. While I still have so much to learn, I’m truly grateful for the knowledge they’ve shared and look forward to building on it and passing these learnings on to my children."
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ELIZABETH - Classroom Teacher
"We’ve learned that the 8 Aboriginal Ways of Learning is a practical and flexible framework that embeds Aboriginal perspectives through authentic teaching approaches, rather than focusing solely on content. It highlights strong connections to storytelling, place, community, and hands-on learning, while complementing existing classroom practices.
This has helped us feel more confident and empowered to create inclusive and meaningful learning experiences that build understanding through connection, culture, and relationships.
Thank you to Yura Consulting for supporting and guiding this important learning journey."
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JANE BOWEY, People Team Coordinator
"I’m grateful to have attended a powerful ‘Port of Brisbane – Walking and Learning on Country: Cultural Protocols in Practice’ workshop. Aunty Merle and Kaitlin created such a safe, welcoming space to learn, ask questions, and truly listen, while sharing their own journeys so generously. More than just learning protocols, I’m leaving with greater awareness and respect for the importance of Acknowledgement of Country and the need to bring heart and story into it.”
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SANDY ISBESTER- Strathpine State School
"My colleagues and I recently participated in Yura Consultancy’s 8 Aboriginal Ways of Learning workshop, and it was an incredibly valuable professional learning experience.
The presentation was accessible to all educators, regardless of their prior knowledge of Aboriginal culture or ways of working. The presenters were professional, engaging, and created a welcoming space where educators felt comfortable to come together, yarn, and reflect on the 8 Ways of Learning framework.
As an educator, I felt supported to share my own thoughts, make meaningful connections, and deepen my understanding of culturally appropriate ways to embed Indigenous perspectives into teaching and learning. The workshop gave me greater confidence in incorporating the 8 Ways into my planning and also supporting other educators on their own journey.
I would highly recommend Yura Consultancy’s 8 Aboriginal Ways of Learning professional development to all educators seeking to strengthen their cultural understanding and practice in meaningful and respectful ways."
