OUR story
The name Maali comes from the Noongar word for the black swan , a bird deeply connected to the rivers, wetlands, and skies of Noongar Country. For thousands of years, Whadjuk Noongar people have lived, cared for, and told stories about this land, with swans and waterways central to their culture, song-lines, and seasonal cycles.
Our suburb of Maali has grown around the eastern end of the riverbank, and has been a gathering place for families, workers, and artists for decades. From its early days, Maali has been known for its strong sense of community, stories, and music.
Today, Maali continues to thrive as a meeting place where old and new voices come together and continue to share and grow.
ONE STORY, MANY VOICES
MSF is dedicated to providing an accessible, locally driven, diverse and respectful cultural infrastructure to not only Maali country, but all WA Boodja.
We understand that community perspectives and first nations knowledge are central to the ongoing development of our festival,, and through our commitment to advocating for community co-design, first nations knowledge sharing, accessibility and inclusivity, We will continue to grow our community.
OUR COMNUNITY
MAALI STORYWALK FESTIVAL 