Yanda Bitatj, an education resource from the Eden Language Group
This education resource, a contemporary women’s songline, is bought to you by the Eden Language Group. The video highlights sharing…
Giiyong Bangari (Welcome Sun) – a children’s story
Rocky Hall Preschool storybook ‘Giiyong Bangari’ ( Welcome Sun) is a children’s story book and accompanying video written in Yuin…
Country
Nathan Lyon talks about the importance of Country in Aboriginal culture, and what Country means to him.
Making Johnny Cakes
Aunty Wilma Manton, Aunty Shirley Aldridge, Zenda Manton and Tanya Aldridge make Johnny cakes and chat about why they enjoy…
Duurunu Miru Dancers
Shaq Aldridge and Nathan Lygon give us some insight into how they were introduced to dance, how long they have…
Jigamy
Jigamy is the place of the basket grass, and this video explores the importance of this place.
Always Be True by Eden Marine High School
This song was written and performed by a selection of Koori students at Eden Marine High School, Far South Coast…
Fire ground preschool
Rocky Hall Preschool stepped out into the fire ground with the children to heal Country, children and community. Story Author:…
NAIDOC 2019 at Rocky Hall Preschool
NAIDOC stands for National Aboriginals and Islanders Day Observance Committee. Its origins can be traced to the emergence of Aboriginal…
Rocky Hall Preschool continues journey with young local Indigenous leader Nathan Lygon
The National Quality Standard (2018) and the Early Years Learning Framework (2009) propose that embedding an Indigenous perspective and sustainability…
Reviving the language of South Coast Elders
Since the beginning of 2017, Aboriginal students at Eden Public School have been learning the language of their elders, the…
Rocky Hall Preschool
The Australian Early Years Learning Framework (2009) and Closing the Gap (2017) recognises the importance of partnership between ECEC practitioners,…
Rocky Hall Preschool begin journey to embed Aboriginal perspective into Early Childhood curriculum
We at Rocky Hall Preschool have embarked on a journey to embed an Aboriginal perspective into our Early Childhood curriculum…
Meaghan Holt at Tech Savvy Elders
Meaghan Holt shares her experiences of working with the Eden community and Eden Marine High School and what it means…
Uncle BJ Cruise talks about abalone diving
Uncle BJ Cruise explains his experiences of abalone diving in his youth.
Uncle BJ Cruise at Tech Savvy Elders
Uncle BJ Cruise talks about his childhood travelling through NSW with his family to follow employment opportunities. He speaks about…
The Bundian Way
A collection of photographs depicting the construction of a wooden walkway and some buildings.
Tech Savvy Elders at Eden Marine High School
An inter-generational learning experience was delivered through the Tech Savvy Elders program held at Eden Marine High School on 1…
EMHS rock band Nitrogen Narcosis tours and performs
Eden Marine High School rock band Nitrogen Narcosis has performed in a statewide band competition, called Youth Rock. The band,…
Eden Marine High School – Year 12, Class of 2013
A compilation of photos from Eden Marine High School, showcasing students from Year 12, Class of 2013.
The Black Ducks: People of the Mountains and the Sea
This production was written, recorded and filmed over five days in March 2015 in the community of Eden, on Yuin…
Photos from Eden Marine High School – Part 2
Excursions and camp activities from Eden Marine High School
Photos from Eden Marine High School – Part 1
Excursions and camp activities from Eden Marine High School
Material culture
The Elders of the local Koori community have a wealth of knowledge about the day-to-day culture of living on the…
Steamed mullet
Mullet is known to most people to not be a good eating fish. To Aboriginal people from the South Coast,…
Protocols
NOTE: This site might identify Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people who are now deceased. This may inadvertently upset particular…
Yuin Monaro on a map
For the Yuin Monaro Aboriginal people there is no distinction between land and sea. ‘Country extends offshore to include the…
How to make educational content
This video will give you some tips on producing content with your local Aboriginal community members.
The Koori Community of Eden
After the work on the bean fields finished, a group of Koori people took up the opportunity to resettle in…
Early contact on the Far South Coast
The earliest accounts of contact between Europeans and the Kooris of the Far South Coast happened by way of the…
Performance and art
Art and ceremony are very important and are integrated into all aspects of Koori life. Traditionally, people would create carvings…
Language
The Elders call this language South Coast Language in acknowledgement of the people’s cultural connection that reaches from the Victorian…
Welcome
We have developed this site through continuous consultation with Koori Elders and community. This ensures we can provide an authentic…
Preferred terminology
It is important to observe the preference of title of an Aboriginal person or Torres Strait Islander. Some Aboriginal Australians…
The Importance of the Aboriginal flag
The Aboriginal flag is an official flag of Australia and was recognised under Federal legislation in July 1995. Designed by…
Welcome to Country and Acknowledgment
Aboriginal people are the original or Traditional Custodians of the land and it is important that this special position is…
History
Introduction No Australian today is responsible for what happened on our colonial frontier. But we are responsible for not acknowledging…
Communication and consultation
Communication and consultation are key to building a successful partnership with the local Aboriginal Community. Offer and earn respect. Like…
Education
Respect, Resilience and Responsibility: the 3 Rs. The theme for the local schools is respect, resilience and responsibility. Lee Cruse,…
Aboriginal education and culture
Culture is at the core of who we are as individuals. It’s a defining feature of our identity and contributes…