Cassie Leatham shares her passion for Culture and Country (part 1)

Conversation with Cassie Leatham from the Taungurung / Wurundjeri people from the Kulin Nation. An artist, master weaver, bushtucka woman and educator. She is one of only two Victorian finalists of the prestigious 2019 NATSIAA awards.

Cassie Leatham Source: Bertrand Tungandame

In part 1 of our conversation, Cassie Leatham discusses medicinal uses and healing properties of native plants; how she identifies edible native plants, traditional cooking techniques, and crafts. 

She spends her days foraging native edible and medicinal plants. Her knowledge is significant for teaching the ways of her people and to keep traditional ways alive.