Reconciliation Week

Reconciliation Week began the day after National Sorry Day. Once the official apology from Prime Minister Kevin Rudd in 2008 was meaningfully delivered in a powerful speech recognising "the mistreatment of Indigenous peoples of this land, the oldest continuing cultures in human history. In particular... those who were Stolen Generations...the laws and policies of successive Parliaments and governments that have inflicted profound grief, suffering and loss" and committing to 'A future based on mutual respect, mutual resolve and mutual responsibility.  A future where all Australians, whatever their origins, are truly equal partners, with equal opportunities and with an equal stake in shaping the next chapter in the history of this great country, Australia ". (Rudd, 2008). 

Reconciliation begins in the hearts of all Australians as we take action to heal our nation. 

Students this week have explored the meaning of reconciliation and why it is important for the future of our land. Students have inquired through unpacking the Uluru Statement, past histories, and the deeper meaning of reconciliation in context. Chapels and assemblies throughout the week have focused on reconciliation and our school bell has also featured music from first nations artists.