1. Jumbunna, meaning 'story telling' in Boon Wurrung and Woi Wurrung language, houses the main exhibitions, travelling exhibitions and temporary displays. The design of the space highlights the strength, vitality, adaptability and continuity of Aboriginal cultural diversity.
2. Wurreka, meaning 'to speak' in the Wemba Wemba language, is the name given to the zinc wall panels leading into the exhibition space. The renowned Aboriginal artist Judy Watson designed and etched the panels after consultation with the Victorian Aboriginal community and viewing Victorian Aboriginal artefacts.
3. Wominjeka, meaning 'welcome' in the Boon Wurrung and Woi Wurrung language, is the desk where visitors to Bunjilaka are greeted by a member of staff. This ritual reinforces the traditional custom of welcoming people to country.
4. Birrarung, a Boon Wurrung and Woi Wurrung word for the 'Yarra River', is an area dedicated to creating understanding and public awareness of art forms from South Eastern Australia.
5. Milarri, meaning 'outside' in Boon Wurrung and Woi Wurrung language, is a garden with watercourses and rock escarpments planted with native flora significant to Aboriginal people of south-eastern Australia.
6. Kalaya, meaning to 'ask or question' in the Wemba Wemba language, is a space designed for performance and activities.
7. Wilam Liwik, meaning 'camp of the Elders' in Boon Wurrung and Woi Wurrung, is the name of the Elders Meeting room.