Writers
4 Western Australian writers were commissioned in 2006 to create stories for Understory. They each visited Northcliffe to develop ideas in response to the local people and place. Some stories were …
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Musicians
The ‘Canopy’ album released in 2006 features 12 tracks of original music created for the Understory experience. A diverse collection of WA musicians were commissioned to create a wide …
OUR PURPOSE, VISION & VALUES
Southern Forest Arts is a community ‘not for profit’ arts & culture organisation. We are guided by core values that inform our vision and shape activity. PURPOSE We inspire personal …
Our team
Our Understory Team is dynamic, experienced and dedicated. Three founding members from the original 2005 committee are still onboard, helping keep the original vision alive. New members add fresh …
SCULPTORS
25 artists have created sculptures for Understory since 2006. Each has visited the trail and developed a site specific artwork responding to key themes such as: ‘BOUND’ ALEX & NIC …
Our Origins
The Understory concept has always been a ‘grass roots’ initiative. Grounded in our local community, it reflects and celebrates the unique qualities of our local community. PROJECT GENESIS …
‘Lost’ by Kim Scott
. ‘Lost’ is a novella commissioned from esteemed WA author Kim Scott.
What TO EXPECT
When you arrive in Northcliffe go to the Northcliffe Visitor Centre, located in the centre of town. Visitor Centre staff will assist you. Advise them if you have booked your ticket online or will be …
Children’s audio stories
The ‘Voices From the Forest’ series of 5 interconnected stories for children was written by esteemed WA author, Dianne Wolfer. The stories can be enjoyed through an online link provided to …
our forest
The forests of the Southern Forest region are unique to the South West corner of Western Australia. The 1.2km Understory walk circuit takes you through a mix of vegetation types, from towering forest …