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‘Our Story on Country’ was created by Bree Buttenshaw.
The artwork tells the story of growth and learning to create a diverse and safe workplace for everyone – ideals that are shared by both the department and Bree.
“We all deserve to feel safe in any space to share our cultures and be our true and authentic selves.”
The design features connecting circles that represent the offices of the department. Although geographically separated, we are all connected through Country, song lines, land, waterways and the air we breathe.
The central circle is a motif that represents the core of reconciliation and the importance of Department of Employment and Workplace Relations purpose of enabling access to skills, training and employment. Throughout the artwork are the symbols for people – because our people and communities are the heart of everything we do.
About the artist
Bree Buttenshaw is a Kalkadoon woman living on Quandamooka Country in southeast Queensland. Bree is a talented digital artist who integrates her proud Aboriginal culture with a contemporary digital approach. Bree is known for her use of vibrant colour palettes, intricate patterns, love, fun, cultural resilience and pride. At the core of Bree’s work is community, culture and Country. The artwork guides us by looking ahead through the opportunity of learning and growth, for both our department and the community we serve.
