October is Indigenous Business Month, a national celebration highlighting the innovation, creativity, and resilience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses. This month-long initiative recognises the economic, cultural, and social contributions of Indigenous-owned businesses and inspires the next generation of entrepreneurs. At Queensland Museum, we are proud to partner with incredible Indigenous businesses, showcasing their stories and products within our shop, while supporting cultural preservation and economic self-determination.
In celebration we are highlighting some Indigenous Businesses that feature products within our shop.
Wingaru: Aboriginal Educational Games
Wingaru Education is a proudly Aboriginal-owned business based on Gadigal Country, founded with a mission to change the way Australia learns and talks about Aboriginal people and communities. Wingaru – which means “to think” in Dharug – specialises in educational games and digital learning resources that promote cultural understanding and truth-telling.
Their products are designed for learners of all ages, encouraging engagement with First Nations culture in fun, interactive ways:
- Midden – Explore traditional ecological knowledge through an educational card game.
- Eels and Traps – A strategy board game based on traditional hunting methods.
Learn more about Wingaru’s inspiring story here.
Skeenarang Booma: Traditional Aboriginal Art and Tools
Skeenarang Booma is a family-owned Aboriginal business from Far North Queensland, specialising in handcrafted cultural artefacts. Founded by elder Joe Skeen Snr, a master boomerang maker, the business has been passing down traditional techniques for over 70 years. His son, Joshua K Skeen, now continues the family legacy, crafting authentic Aboriginal artworks, boomerangs, and clap sticks.
At the Queensland Museum Shop, you can find:
- Message Stones – Artworks carrying spiritual and cultural meaning.
- Traditional Boomerangs – Handcrafted and designed with traditional Aboriginal techniques.
- Clap Sticks – Musical instruments used in ceremonies and storytelling.
These pieces are not just souvenirs- they are a connection to Aboriginal heritage and craftsmanship.
Mabu Mabu: Indigenous Flavours for the Australian Kitchen
Founded by Nornie Bero of the Meriam people, Mabu Mabu is a 100% Indigenous-owned, women-led, and LGBTQIA+ business. Their mission is to bring native Australian ingredients into everyday cooking, supporting local suppliers and sustainable practices.
The Queensland Museum Shop features:
- Mabu Mabu Sauces – Authentic Torres Strait Islander flavours for your kitchen.
Mabu Mabu embodies a culture of sharing, community, and sustainability, inviting everyone to be part of their “village” while celebrating the richness of Indigenous food Australia.
Support Indigenous Businesses and Culture
By choosing products from Wingaru, Skeenarang Booma, and Mabu Mabu, you’re supporting Indigenous entrepreneurship, cultural preservation, and economic independence. From educational games to handcrafted Aboriginal artefacts and native Australian food, each product tells a story and connects you to the richness of First Nations culture.
Celebrate Indigenous Business Month by shopping our collection online or in-store at the Queensland Museum Shop. Discover unique, meaningful products while supporting Indigenous businesses that are making a real difference in Australia.
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