YEAR 8: CONNECTING WITH LIVING HISTORY AT YUNG BALUG MUSEUM

Last week, our Year 8 cohort embarked on an educational journey to the Yung Balug Aboriginal Artefacts Museum, located near Boort on Dja Dja Wurrung Country.

Guided by the museum’s founder, Paul Haw, students were immersed in a rich collection of Aboriginal artefacts including traditional tools, weapons, photographs, and intricately carved emu eggs—many generously donated by local farmers and community members.

The visit offered a powerful opportunity for students to engage with First Nations history and culture in a meaningful and hands-on way. From walking through culturally significant sites to learning about the long-standing connection between land and people, the day left a lasting impression.

As Chance reflected, “I liked how it was interesting, and how I saw and heard some stuff that relatives of mine have done.” For Martin, the highlight was simple but special: “The best thing was seeing the emu eggs.”

It was a day of discovery, reflection, and connection—one that truly brought history to life outside the classroom.

Many thanks to Paul and Cathie Haw for sharing their knowledge and collection with us and the wonderful staff for taking the students on this excursion.

Monique Watt

Applied Learning Teacher