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ENTREPRENEUR INSIGHT

SEASONAL DREAMING ON BOODJA (COUNTRY)

Karla Koondarn is the Noongar word meaning 'Campfire Dream'.

Karla [Campfire]

Dream [Koondarn].

In the South-West corner of Western Australia lies a hidden gem, beautiful products, carefully crafted and inspired by the many campfires I have sat beside with my family.

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The Karla Koondarn Collection brings a piece of my family's Aboriginal knowledge [kaartdijin] into your home.

At Karla Koondarn we are focused on providing [moorditj] excellent fragrances and environmentally friendly products that are of the highest quality. We pride ourselves on our customer satisfaction and we will do everything we can to meet your expectations, and value your feedback and support.

We have a deep connection to our products from the design, selection of local materials to the final crafting. With a variety of unique products to choose from, we guarantee there is something for everyone.

What products do you love sharing with the world?

Showcasing the Noongar Six Seasons

Showcasing Native fragrance oils that are combined with International aroma’s

Offering employment/training opportunities to Aboriginal people

Breaking down negative stereotypes of Aboriginal people and building positive relationships with in our community

Designing unique creations that encompass Authentic Aboriginal Artwork.

Our products consist of:

Original Aboriginal Artworks

100% Soy Candles

Incense Sticks

Fragrance Oils

Oil Burners

Artisan Clay Bowls

Australian Potpourri

Unique Hand Painted Wooden Candle Holders

We use 100% Soy wax because it is carbon neutral, sustainable, renewable and eco-friendly.

Our candles were designed to visually symbolise the cleansing nature of controlled fire and the aboriginal time proven concepts of environmental sustainability.