Nathan Lygon is a Yuin, Dharawal and Wolgalu man. Born and raised on Thaua country, in Pambula, on the Sapphire Coast of New South Wales. Nathan has a deep passion for indigenous culture and has spent much of his adulthood learning about his culture's customs, ceremonies and responsibilities.
Nathan will open the Giiyong Ganya evening on Saturday 28 November 2026 with a Welcome and share stories.
Nathan is an active member of the local indigenous community. For the past 10 years and continuing, Nathan works as a cultural educator and consultant including his position as Aboriginal Education Office at a local high school.
He has served as a director and is the current chairperson for Twofold Aboriginal Corporation. He has been an active board member for 10 years.
Nathan is a lead member and songman of the Duurunu Miru dance group, a passionate member of Yanda Biratj language group (Eden Language Group) and Vice Chair of the Local Aboriginal Education Consultative Group.
Nathan is an award-winning guide with vast knowledge and a deep connection to land, water, plants and animals. Nathan loves walking country with people and sharing his knowledge in a fun, meaningful and spontaneous way through his business Yandama on Country.