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Culture and History
Cultural Committee
Established in 2018, the Cultural Committee at SETAC serves as a vibrant platform for our staff to celebrate and share their diverse cultures and knowledge. This initiative has enhanced our Aboriginal Cultural Framework and Cultural Programs and allowed us to connect meaningfully with issues impacting our community, such as land handback and dual naming, and encourage respectful interactions with our culture.
In 2022, we expanded our Cultural Committee to include Community Members, further enriching our discussions and initiatives.
If you are you interested in getting involved with the Cultural Committee or participating in our events, we’d love to hear from you!
Please reach out via email at reception@setac.org.au
Join us in celebrating culture and community!
Grandmother Smith's Church and Living History Museum
Come and learn about the church built by Fanny Cochrane Smith, an important figure in Tasmanian Aboriginal history. This site in Nicolls Rivulet shows Fanny’s hard work and determination.
Fanny was the first baby born at the Wybalenna Settlement in 1834. In 1882, she received 240 hectares of land and added another 119 hectares in 1889.
She was active in her community and raised money for the church by hosting lively harvest festivals on her property. People loved her for her “glorious Sunday picnics.” Fanny's talent shone through when her songs in the native language were recorded on wax cylinders. This led to invitations for her to perform at public concerts in Hobart.
The Church still stands on its original half-acre block. We invite you to our open days to explore the church and enjoy the lovely gardens. Come and connect with this special piece of history!
Cultural Events
SETAC leads our local community in celebrating key events such as NAIDOC Week and Reconciliation Week.
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