Red Dust On-Country Immersions

Explore themes around identity, belonging, governance, decision making and leadership/eldership models that have been tried and tested over millennia.

Share in a community and cultural immersion experience with opportunities for deep reflection, community engagement and yarning circles.

Experienced Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal facilitators support your employees from initial program design through to a pre-workshop with participants, on-ground guidance and support during immersion and a post-trip workshop to debrief and unpack the experience.

McGrathNicol on-Country immersion with Red Dust 4

Visits to sacred sites

Yarning circles for truth-telling, truth-listening and storytelling

Pati Pati! Water is life. Water is culture 6

Bush walking

Culture in action, swimming in natural waterholes

Campfire yarns and storytelling

Hunting, tracking and preparing bush tucker

Program inclusions:

4WD vehicle for all transportation
Cultural Education program run by experienced Indigenous facilitators
Red Dust program host
National Park Fees and Camping Fees
Community access fees
Meals, beverages and snacks
Accommodation (mixed options include swags, sleeping bags, camping and equipment, cabins available on limited itinerary)
Remote first aid kit, satellite phone and Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)
Airport pick up and drop off on the first and last day of the program

Did you know?
Every program you buy is supporting more than 120 First Nations employment opportunities in remote community programs each year.

What is learning on Country?

Learning on Country means engaging with knowledge, culture and story on the ancestral lands where that knowledge lives. Red Dust Role Models facilitates these experiences alongside First Nations cultural leaders, creating genuine two-way learning grounded in place and relationship.

How does on-Country learning benefit corporate teams?

On-Country learning benefits corporate teams by building cultural understanding that stays with participants long after they return to the workplace. Through guided immersion with Red Dust, teams develop empathy, cross-cultural competency and a deeper appreciation for First Nations knowledge systems.

Can organisations co-design on-Country programs with Red Dust?

Yes. Red Dust Role Models works with corporate partners to co-design cultural immersion experiences tailored to organisational goals. Every program is shaped by community leaders and grounded in cultural protocol, ensuring the experience is meaningful for all involved.

How is on-Country learning different from a workshop?

On-Country learning differs from a workshop because it places participants on ancestral lands, guided by cultural leaders, learning through story, hands-on activity and shared experience. With Red Dust, knowledge is connected to the place where it belongs.

Awareness and Education

Sept 10, 2026 Roberto Pietrobon

ANZ Corporate leaders commitment to cross-cultural competency

ANZ Bank leaders immerse in Australia's culture through Red Dust's on-Country Program, fostering education, respect, and reconciliation with First Nations peoples.

Immersion and Leadership

Sept 11, 2026 Roberto Pietrobon

McGrathNicol & Red Dust Walking Towards a Future in Reconciliation

Explore how Red Dust and McGrathNicol foster reconciliation through immersive experiences that connect participants with First Nations culture and knowledge.

Russ

“If you live in Australia, you need to do this course to understand the why and purpose of Reconciliation.”

Samir

“The Red Dust course provides a structured introduction to cultural awareness and reconciliation. Its strength lies in blending Indigenous perspectives with practical tools for everyday interactions. The modules encourage self-reflection, challenge assumptions, and highlight the importance of respecting protocols and traditions. The use of stories along with community examples makes the learning authentic. While the course is introductory in nature, it succeeds in sparking curiosity and building a foundation for deeper cultural competency. It’s particularly valuable for professionals working in diverse environments or those seeking to strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities.”

Judy

“An excellent and highly recommended starting point for anyone seeking a foundational understanding of reconciliation in Australia. The content is presented with outstanding clarity and respect, successfully breaking down complex and essential historical and cultural concepts into accessible modules. I found the course to be incredibly informative, providing not just theoretical knowledge but also practical frameworks for incorporating reconciliation principles into both professional and personal contexts.”

Greg

“I thought the course content was very good. It covered many of the topical areas that non-indigenous Australians need to know more about. What was particularly interesting was the information regarding family and kinship.”