Heather grew up living on Wilsons Promontory National Park which has inspired and enriched her process of academic research, creativity and deep understanding of layers of place and people. For over 20 years, Heather has developed an understanding and ability to interpret Aboriginal and post-colonial manipulated landscapes and waterways throughout Victoria by listening, learning and conductive extensive research and fieldwork. Her Ph.D. research has developed living space and cultural mapping modelling system based on the Victorian Volcanic Plains and Aboriginal stone sites. This work highlights that the extent of Aboriginal place and space is not to be underestimated and must be protected as the ever-changing expansion of contemporary living engulfs cultural heritage. Heather recognises that Aboriginal knowledge and continuing cultural practices are key to our better future.
