Student Incursions

NAIDOC WEEK: GUEST SPEAKERS

On Monday 30th June, students took part in a special NAIDOC Week event, welcoming guest speakers such as Josh Wanganeen, who shared their knowledge and experiences to help deepen our understanding of this important celebration.

Students learned about NAIDOC Week’s history, significance, and themes, gaining insight into Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and contributions. Speakers shared personal stories, cultural knowledge, and perspectives on the ongoing journey toward reconciliation, fostering respectful dialogue and greater cultural awareness. The presentation encouraged reflection on Country, First Nations achievements, and resilience, with students engaging respectfully.

- Tangata Tupou

Choices by James Wood

Plenty River College had the pleasure of hosting the internationally recognised, award-winning safety speaker and author James Wood, who spoke to our students about workplace safety and the importance of making positive choices.

James shared his story of an easily avoidable accident that occurred due to his impatience which resulted in a spinal injury that changed his life irrevocably.

From losing his partner to never being able to ride a motorbike again, James shared the myriads of challenges and losses he experienced as a person on a wheelchair.

Yet despite the setbacks, James competed in the Paralympics where he won a silver medal in the 400m race. A testament to his resilience and perseverance.

Using his own personal experiences, James spoke about how one critical decision in a moment of time can change your life drastically, and the importance of making smart and wise choices in the workplace.

PRC would like to express their gratitude to James for attending and imparting his wisdom to our students.

- Robert Velickovski

Art - Indigenous Art Presentation (Whole School Painting Workshop)

PRC students celebrated NAIDOC Week by taking part in a special Indigenous painting workshop. During the session, students explored traditional art techniques, creating animals and nature symbols using paint and natural elements. It was pleasing to see everyone working respectfully and calmly, producing eye-catching artworks that reflected their own creativity. The workshop also provided an opportunity to learn more about how Indigenous people celebrate and honour the natural world around them.

-Joshua Kayll