Navy stands up Indigenous Cultural Performer Roles
Channel: Royal Australian Navy
Date: 07/07/2022

The Royal Australian Navy (RAN) has established two Indigenous Cultural Performer (ICP) positions within the RAN Band. The positions were created specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sailors and comprise a 12-month posting to the Band to perform yidaki/didgeridoo and other indigenous cultural aspects. The positions will foster a more inclusive RAN through cultural learning and integration. ABAVN Lynton Robbins is the first to assume an ICP position, undertaking numerous ceremonial engagements with RAN Band Sydney, as well as the HMAS Encounter III commissioning in South Australia, and the graduation of New Entry Officer Course 66 at HMAS Creswell.