News College
6 August 2026
This week, our college celebrated National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children鈥檚 Day (4 August) with a range of meaningful learning activities focused on culture, connection, and the power of storytelling.
This year鈥檚 theme, 鈥淟iving Our Truth,鈥 highlights the importance of recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, identities, and the sharing of knowledge across generations.
To begin our celebrations, both Primary and Secondary student leaders prepared and delivered a special Acknowledgement of Country during Tuesday鈥檚 assemblies. The acknowledgements reflected the theme of Living Our Truth and provided an opportunity for our students and staff to recognise the Traditional Custodians of the land, their enduring connection to Country, and the importance of respecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. As a Muslim community, it also reminded us of our responsibility to seek knowledge with humility, show respect for the people and histories of the land on which we live and learn, and continue building understanding through listening and learning.
For our Foundation to Year 2 students, Ms Tanja, Ms Gulhan, and Ms Hanan led interactive storytelling activities designed to introduce students to Aboriginal perspectives in an age-appropriate and engaging way.
During each session, students listened to Aboriginal stories and discussed important concepts including Acknowledgement of Country, the role of Traditional Custodians of the land, and the deep connection Aboriginal peoples have with Country, culture, and community. Students also explored the importance of caring for country, our native Australian animals, land and waterways.
Students in Years 3 to 6 participated in the 鈥淪tory Keepers鈥 activity, facilitated by Ms Hadeer. These sessions explored the significance of oral storytelling鈥攈ow stories, knowledge, traditions, and cultural teachings have been passed down through generations by being shared from one person to another.
Students learned that storytelling is more than just sharing a story; it is a powerful way of preserving history, strengthening identity, and connecting communities across generations. They also reflected on the Islamic concept of amanah (trust), recognising that listening respectfully to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories and perspectives, caring for knowledge, and sharing what they learn with honesty and respect are important responsibilities in both their faith and their learning.
The week provided our students with valuable opportunities to listen, learn, ask questions, and celebrate the richness and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
Reflecting this spirit of compassion and care, you are also invited to support our annual , helping bring hope to children facing cancer.
We thank all staff and student leaders involved in creating these meaningful learning experiences and for supporting our ongoing commitment to cultural understanding and respect.