The new and inclusive ‘soul of Port Adelaide’ will help people immerse themselves in local culture
New designs have been released of one of Port Adelaide’s newest cultural developments – Yitpi Yartapuultiku.
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A new Aboriginal cultural centre and space is set to become the new and “inclusive heart of the Port Adelaide area”.
Yitpi Yartapuultiku, meaning Soul of Port Adelaide in English, will be a culturally safe and nurturing centre built alongside the Port River.
New artist impressions of the space, designed in collaboration with the local council, the Port Adelaide Enfield Aboriginal Advisory Panel and the local First Nations Community, show an area where people can immerse themselves in culture.
Port Adelaide Enfield Mayor Claire Boan said the project has seen “ground breaking collaboration” between various groups.
“Since it’s inception (two years ago), this groundbreaking project has been co-led with Aboriginal custodians to create a destination where people from all backgrounds can share, learn and experience our rich heritage,” she said.
“At its core, Yitpi Yartapuultiku aims to heal and bring the community together.”
Ms Boan said the project has so far empowered Aboriginal people through the design and decision making process.
“The journey towards the realisation of Yitpi Yartapuultiku has been marked by a commitment of respect, deep listening, collaboration and shared learning between the City of PAE, Ashley Halliday Architects, Wax Design and the Yitpi Yartapuultiku Aboriginal Custodian Group,” she said.
Mayor Boan said the new area will foster “a deep sense of connection to the coastal and river environment and promotes cultural preservation”.
“Once open, it will offer a diverse and engaging program of activities for people of all ages and backgrounds.”
The centre previously won the Planning with Country award for South Australia in the 2022 Planning Institute Australia Awards.
Construction is expected to commence this year, with the completed project ready for launch in 2025.
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