Our Story
Tarnda is a proud 100% Aboriginal owned and operated business based in Adelaide, founded in 2026 and grounded in a shared passion for cultural education. At the heart of Tarnda is a drive to connect more people to culture, country and community.
Tarnda translates to ‘red kangaroo’ in Kaurna, representing one of our ancestral beings. We chose this name to reflect our deep connection to culture, and our responsibility to share knowledge, stories and traditions with the broader community.
We offer a range of programs, events, workshops and tours designed to connect people with Aboriginal culture in an authentic and interactive way.
Respectful engagement with our local community, giving back, and maintaining authenticity and meaningful work guide the way we operate.
With over twelve years of combined experience in the cultural engagement space, we are passionate about ensuring cultural learning is accessible to all through genuine experiences.
Our Team
Bryce Cawte
Bryce is a co-founder of Tarnda and a proud Kaurna and Ngarrindjeri young man through matrilineal connections, and has patrilineal connections to Mirning, Wirangu and Kokatha communities.
With deep cultural ties to the Adelaide Plains and the Lower Lakes and Coorong regions, Bryce has over 9 years of experience in cultural education and community engagement. Bryce is passionate about sharing Aboriginal knowledge, stories and practices in a way that creates genuine connection to Country.
Bryce has extensive knowledge in traditional practices including wood carving, bush foods and medicines and how his people have lived and cared for Country for millennia. He is also deeply committed to reviving and passing on Kaurna and Ngarrindjeri knowledge to younger generations, ensuring culture remains strong and living.
Co-Founder / Director
Taylah Lochert
Taylah is a proud Ngarrindjeri and Kaurna woman and the co-founder of Tarnda. She brings years of experience as a cultural tour guide and experience facilitator, along with a background in managing tourism operations and delivering community events.
Taylah holds a Bachelor of Tourism and Events, and in 2024 received the Young Achiever Award at the South Australian Tourism Awards.
Growing up in the Riverland, she has a great understanding of the importance of spending time on Country - something our ancestors have known and practiced for thousands of years. She is particularly passionate about helping people reconnect with Country and culture in a way that is grounding and respectful. Through her work, Taylah aims to support strong cultural understanding, enhance wellbeing, and contribute towards the ongoing continuation of Aboriginal culture.
Co-Founder / Director
Photo credit Colleen Raven Strangways