Wa-Karroong:

To Give Home.

A blueprint for culturally
respectful Indigenous housing.

The Intention

A home designed by and for First Nations people.

The Wa-Karroong project represents more than housing. It is a decade-long journey toward self-determination, cultural respect and community-led design.

In this short video, Simon from Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative and Kyle Vander-Kyup share what this project means to their community and to the future of housing across the nation.

From design to delivery, Wa-Karroong shows what is possible when culture, innovation and collaboration come together to create lasting change.

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The Construction

Wa-Karroong is a First Nations community housing project delivered in partnership with Wathaurong Co-operative and a collective of aligned industry partners.

This construction video captures the wall installation and offers insight into how Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) are being used to deliver a home that is high-performing, sustainable, and efficient to build.

Using prefabricated InotekxPro9 wall systems, the project demonstrates how homes can be constructed quickly without compromising quality, thermal performance, or long-term livability. Fully finished external walls, complete with windows and insulation, are installed on site in minutes, allowing the home to reach lock-up within days.

Wa-Karroong is a blueprint for culturally respectful, sustainable community housing that can be scaled to help address Australia’s housing challenges.

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The Walk-Through | Near Completion

As Wa-Karroong nears completion, this walk through offered a powerful moment of reflection with Wathaurong Co-Operative, the community at the heart of the project.

In this video, Rose, Michelle and Ammie walk through the home and share their insights on the journey so far. From early design input to seeing their vision realised, their reflections highlight what makes Wa-Karroong more than a construction project.

This is a home designed with purpose.

Every decision has been guided by intention, from accessibility and inclusive living to a strong connection with the outdoors and surrounding environment. The design supports flexibility, ensuring the home can adapt to the needs of individuals, families and future generations.

Wa-Karroong represents a collaborative approach to Indigenous housing in Victoria. It brings together community voices, culturally informed design principles and modern methods of construction to deliver a home that is both practical and meaningful.

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