Xray Kangaroo Mat - Indigenous Recycled Plastic Mat

Created by artist Dale Austin, the Xray Kangaroo recycled plastic mat tells the story that comes from the Clans of the Gagadju (Kakadu).

All of our Indigenous designs have been created with a story or meaning behind them. Dale explains: “In the creation time when the Earth Mother Warramurrungundji walked across the land placing clans, planting food and releasing animals onto the lifeless country, the first ancestral animals helped shape the country as they were giant.

One of these ancestral animals was Garndagidj known to Balanda (non-Aboriginal) as Antilopine Walleroo, a smaller cousin to the Kangaroo and bigger than the Wallaby.

As Garndagidj travelled the country he left huge depressions and created small outcrops of escarpment. In his travels he noticed a rock that was like no other in one of his tracks that he left. When he picked it up he noticed that it was different in colour and texture. He dusted his paws off but the colour stayed on.

This was the first Delek (Ochre). He travelled to all the clans showing them and giving it to them, to put to use. This is now known as white ochre, used with the other 3 colours Gunrodjbe (red), Banja (yellow) and Gunyirrge (black) commonly used throughout Gagadju and Arnhemland to paint the stories, totems and body for ceremonies.”

Our mats make the perfect addition to any educational setting and can help facilitate so many learning opportunities. Click here for an interesting read about teaching Aboriginal culture in primary school. See how Recycled Mat's Indigenous designs can meet the outcomes of the Educational Curriculum.

Like all our recycled mats, 'X-Ray Kangaroo' is hard-wearing and easy to clean – wipe away dirt and dust, or hose it off and dry it in the shade. Made from recycled plastics, it's light enough to carry or fold up for transport or storage, so you can move it from ‘home corner’ to ‘story corner’ or even outside for a picnic lunch. Take it camping for a soft, comfortable floor inside your tent, or perhaps alongside your camper trailer to give you a little extra living space for meals and relaxing.

If you're here gearing up for your outdoor adventure, have you looked at our doormats to keep the outdoors outside (the turf ones work extra well!).

As with most of the styles in our entire range of recycled plastic mats, this design is reversible. Not only does it extend the longevity of the mat, it effectively means two designs for the price of one!

95% Recycled Plastic

Bininj Nation

Name of Design

xray kangaroo mat 1.8x2.7m

Origin of Design

Aboriginal Australian, 10% paid to artist

Size

1.8 x 2.7m

Colours

Black Burgundy Black,Burgundy

Fabric / Materials

Recycled plastic, comes in a recycled and reusable plastic carry bag

Notes

These mats are reversible. Photos show both sides of the same mat. Mat colours may differ slightly from the images shown due to the different inks used in individual print runs. Designed in Australia, manufactured in China or India. NOTE that sizes are +/- 5% due to weaving techniques in manufacturing and may not to be 100% as stated. If using on a slippery surface, non slip mesh recommended underneath.

Care Instructions

All our floor mats have been made to the best attainable standards from UV treated recycled polypropylene. Follow our guide to mat maintenance for cleaning and storage instructions. Our floor mats and playmats are suitable for indoor and outdoor use, but extensive exposure to sun or rain will lead to fading and deterioration over time.

SKU

DCAU03A

PLEASE NOTE

Not suitable for children under 3 years

Teacher mat for group time
Storytelling on a mat, indoors or out
Art and craft mat
Cultural inclusion
Multicultural events
Festivals and events
Byron Bay Blues Fest
Outdoor music events
Use to designate areas for play
Cultural wall art
Wedding or other ceremonial mats
Camping - keep the tent floor clean
Not designed for permanent, long term sun exposure as this may cause premature deterioration

SKU	DCAU03A
Barcode #	797776545926
Brand	Recycled Mats
Shipping Weight	2.4000kg
Shipping Width	0.400m
Shipping Height	0.060m
Shipping Length	0.920m
Shipping Cubic	0.022080000m3

415,740KG

OF MATERIALS SAVED FROM LANDFILL SINCE 2009

RECYCLED MATS PURPOSE

"MAKING MEMORIES MATTER". AUSSIE OWNED FAMILY BUSINESS SINCE '09, IN THE HEART OF TWEED, SERVICING ALL OF AUSTRALIA & BEYOND. 4,614+ REVIEWS

RECYCLED MATS MISSION

BY 2030 IS TO SAVE 3,000,000 KGS OF PLASTIC FROM LANDFILL BY OFFERING MULTI-USE RECYCLED PRODUCTS TO JOY SEEKERS AROUND AUSTRALIA WHILE ALSO SUPPORTING LOCAL CHARITIES