2020 BackSA Gift Guide

Backed by the state “I’ve lived in Adelaide for around two years. The support I’ve received has been overwhelming, especially for such a young business. From the very beginning of my journey, BankSA has been there to support me. This guide will be so important, too, creating exposure for the business.” ShopHomelands Arrernte and Luritja woman Tara Liddy launched Shop Homelands in early 2020. Her thriving online business showcases traditional Indigenous culture with handcrafted products such as art, jewellery and bush medicine. Behind the Shopfront These locally owned small businesses have exciting products in store for Christmas (and all year round) and equally beautiful backstories to match. Sustainable at heart “My business is built on three pillars: all the products have to be authentic Aboriginal-made; everything has to be ethically sourced; and, where possible, everything is made using environmentally sustainable practices.” Social impact “There are so many positive aspects of supporting Aboriginal communities; it generates social good, and empowers people to innovate and reconnect with their culture, in turn creating these amazing products for everybody. When you shop with Aboriginal businesses like mine, the money goes straight back into the communities where the products come from.” A tough year “I’m 33 years old and I’ve never run a business before... to go through the COVID-19 period so early on in the business was valuable. I’ve learnt a lot this year.” Assorted bangles, $19.75 each, from Shop Homelands “There are somany positive aspects of supportingAboriginal communities; it generates social good, and empowers people to innovate and reconnectwith their culture.” Christmas picks “We have gorgeous hair and skincare products from Bush Medijina, scented soaps made using native botanicals, and a Kakadu plum spice mix from Maningrida Wild Foods which is great for a barbecue.” Visit: shophomelands.com Tara Liddy 8  'TIS THE SEASON TO BACKSA