Gymea lily  

Gazing up at a blossoming Gymea Lily is a deeply spiritual experience. Its towering presence evokes the feeling of a soaring eagle, overlooking the land. When we are on Country with these giant flowers, their powerful energy gives us the strength to be our authentic selves and be mindful of our sacred purpose.

The Gymea Lily grows from a resilient bulb, with roots that withstand the toughest conditions, such as bushfire and drought, before it flowers.

The plant’s three sections are a metaphor for the components Gandangara needs for a successful future.

• Stronger business: the brilliant/red crimson flower, a cluster of many smaller flowers, represents our thriving businesses.
• Stronger governance: the giant, spear-like system reaching for the sky is our structure, supporting the flower.
• Stronger connections: the leaves radiating out widely symbolise our growing connections, developing and expanding across our community.