Festival 23 acknowledges the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land and waterways. Festival 23 recognises their living cultures and ongoing connection to Country and pays respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. Festival 23 also acknowledges local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander residents of Macedon Ranges for their ongoing contribution to the diverse culture of our community.