Ngarrgu Djerring Cafe
Ngarrgu Djerring (pronounced Nar-guw Jerr-ing) is an exciting social enterprise venture by Killara Foundation, in partnership with Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation, City of Melbourne, Mirvac, McCormack, Property Industry Foundation, Genovese Coffee and other industry partners.
“Ngarrgu” means knowledge and “Djerring” means together in Woi-wurrung language. The Ngarrgu Djerring approach focuses on delivering high quality and sustainable food and beverage that showcases thriving First Nations agricultural practices, while providing culturally-safe employment and training opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young peoples.
Knowledge, Together
“Ngarrgu Djerring is more than just a café—it's a safe landing space for people to connect, reflect, and learn together. It’s a meeting point where skills, stability and connection can foster subtle yet powerful learnings.
“We need more safe spaces like this in the city, places where our community can come together, share knowledge, and grow. This café represents an opportunity to do that, and allows diverse communities to connect and engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and histories.”
“We are grateful for Wurundjeri Corporation and Elder Aunty Gail’s support in providing the Woi-wurrung translation of our vision” - Chairman & Founder, Kyle Vander-Kuyp
This social enterprise venture was realised thanks to support from the City of Melbourne, and their Small Business Grants 2023-24 Program. Through the Shopfront Occupancy Stream, $30,000 was provided to help fund the fit out at 6 Alfred Place to become an operational cafe and cultural hub.
View the opening of Ngarrgu Djerring at 6 Alfred Pl, Melbourne CBD!
Contact Us
Address
6 Alfred Pl, Melbourne VIC 3000
Contact
(03) 9103 1464
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
7:00 am – 2:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed