MPARNTWE presenter

Photo by Joe Ruckli

Blaklash are a collective of Meanjin-based First Nations designers, curators and placemakers who offer a unique approach to working in the built environment - one that is Country-led and embedded in people, places and traditional knowledge.

Guided by community and grounded in story, their practice is shaped by reciprocity — translating First Nations perspectives into public spaces, art, master plans, and cultural design.

Their perspectives on these junctures will offer the conference insights into their priorities and executing their Country-led way of working and thinking- they’ll share insights into designing with — not over — Country.

TROY CASEY
Blaklash

Troy is a proud Kamilaroi man and the Managing Director of Blaklash, an Aboriginal design consultancy focused on highlighting the importance of Country-centred design to deliver culturally responsive and inclusive places. With a profound dedication to community development, his work sets a benchmark for community engagement and social innovation, emphasising the critical role design plays in creating positive social change by leveraging economic opportunities within the built environment. By integrating traditional knowledge and contemporary design principles, Troy plays a pivotal role in collaborating with communities to ensure their voices are embedded in urban design and placemaking projects.
    

EVENT INFO

MPARNTWE (Alice Springs)

DATES September 11-13 2025

LOCATION Mparntwe (Alice Springs) & Tjoritja (West MacDonnell National park)

CPD 10 formal points available across the event