Supporting Future Pathways: GH Commercial and Dreamtime Flooring’s Donation to The Pavilion School.

In 2024, GH Commercial and Dreamtime Flooring launched the Here Before collection in collaboration with artist Aunty Sam from BNYM Indigenous Designs. This unique carpet range brings to life the rich textures and storytelling of Aunty Sam’s creations, connecting people to Country and fostering culturally safe spaces. As part of our commitment to giving back to the community, GH Commercial and Dreamtime Flooring will donate $1 each from every square metre sold of the Here Before collection. This is donated to a charitable Indigenous organisation annually.

For our inaugural donation, we turned to the guidance of a well-respected Elder to ensure our contribution would have meaningful grassroots impact. Together, Godfrey Hirst and Dreamtime Flooring supported The Pavilion School, a Victorian government school dedicated to re-engaging young people who have been excluded from mainstream education.

This donation was used to fund custom-designed hoodies for Pavilion students, featuring First Nations artwork created by the students themselves. These hoodies symbolize unity, cultural pride, and the importance of individuality within the school community. By collaborating with the students to bring their designs to life, this initiative reinforced the school’s values of inclusivity and cultural safety.

“Student voice is integral to the fabric of Pavilion school, particularly Koori Programs. These hoodies were created in collaboration with students who participate in our Yarning on Country program. We honoured students’ connection to community whilst allowing them creative ownership over the hoodie design. Being able to represent your ties to mob and culture through design on a school hoodie is empowering for our students. The overall process allowed ownership over the individuality of the design but also promoted collaborative artistry between students.” – Ashlee Luttrell, Koori Programs Coordinator. 

The Pavilion School provides tailored education plans for students aged 13 to 21, with a focus on academic development, social-emotional wellbeing, and cultural enrichment. With over 41% of its student population identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, the school has a dedicated Koori Programs Team to ensure cultural perspectives are embedded across its curriculum. Programs such as cultural workshops, excursions, and “On Country” experiences enable students to connect with their heritage and strengthen their sense of identity.

We are proud to support The Pavilion School and its students, who are building brighter futures through education and cultural connection. This donation is a testament to our ongoing commitment to creating real impact in the communities we serve.

Through the Here Before collection and our partnership with Dreamtime Flooring, we look forward to continuing this important journey of connection, storytelling, and giving back.