Madeline led the Heritage Interpretation Plan for Cattai National Park, developing a visitor-focused strategy for a significant cultural landscape along Dyarubbin (the Hawkesbury River). The park encompasses State and locally listed heritage items alongside rich Aboriginal cultural values, creating a deeply layered setting for visitor experience.

Working closely with NSW National Parks and Dharug knowledge holders through on-Country consultation, Madeline developed an approach that foregrounds Aboriginal stories and connections to Country while revealing the site’s complex historical layers. The strategy focuses on creating meaningful, accessible experiences that encourage exploration, learning, and repeat visitation.

A key strength of the project was its practical, staged implementation framework, designed to align with funding cycles, operational realities, and long-term park management. Recommendations included a coordinated suite of walking trails, interpretive signage, digital content, and site activation initiatives that work together to enhance the visitor journey.

The result was a flexible and deliverable strategy that supports tourism and visitation while ensuring the stories of Cattai are experienced in a way that is engaging, respectful, and deeply connected to place.