CheeseFest acknowledges the Kaurna people of the Adelaide Plains as the traditional owners of this land and pays respect to Elders past and present. We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship with the land. We acknowledge and pay tribute to the rich culture of culinary traditions that have been passed down through generations. We honour the enduring connection of the Kaurna people to the land, waters, and sky, and we recognise their contributions to the vibrant food culture we celebrate today.