NAIDOC Week

Our school celebrated National Aboriginal Islander Day Observance Committee week. Monday we had an all-school assembly with a smoking ceremony, Elder's Choir performance, and traditional dancing.

We also heard from a young Aboriginal man who has been hired at our school as an educational assistant, assigned directly to Aboriginal students. He helps them with academics, serves as a positive role model, and acts as a family liason. He gave a motivational speech describing his childhood and the opportunities given to him which brought him, finally, to Macksville Public School.

The next day we tasted Bush Tucker, which was shark, kangaroo, and crocodile meat, chicken soup, damper (homemade bread), and a barbequed sausage in bread. Another day we participated in Aboriginal art and viewed a beautiful traveling display of local artists' work, including painted emu eggs which sell for $600!

Other days included traditional outdoor games and dressing in the flag colors of yellow(the sun), red (the earth) and black (the people).

My favorite is the crocodile!