The Wimmera's Traditional Owners say more tourism and education are needed of the region's cultural sites

Alexander Darling
Updated August 24 2020 - 9:18am, first published April 5 2019 - 5:00am
KNOWLEDGE: Wergaia elder Uncle Ron Marks wants to see more Wimmera Traditional Owners trained as tour guides so they can pass their stories and practices onto visitors. Picture: ALEXANDER DARLING
KNOWLEDGE: Wergaia elder Uncle Ron Marks wants to see more Wimmera Traditional Owners trained as tour guides so they can pass their stories and practices onto visitors. Picture: ALEXANDER DARLING

In a very literal sense, Wergaia man Uncle Ron Marks is the face of tourism in the Wimmera.

Subscribe now for unlimited access.

$0/

(min cost $0)

or signup to continue reading

See subscription options
Alexander Darling

Alexander has been a member of the Wimmera Mail-Times' editorial team since December 2018, covering politics, business and property among other rounds. He is a passionate St.Kilda and rock and roll fan, and has previously worked as a radio reporter in Port Macquarie and Gosford, NSW.

Get the latest Horsham news in your inbox

Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date.

We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy.