Topic Spotlight

First Nations Focus

This term, our school is proud to introduce a First Nations Focus in our newsletter, highlighting the rich First Nations culture of the Beaumaris area. 

This section explores the deep connection the Traditional Owners, the Bunurong People of the Kulin Nation, have with the land, sea, and sky. It also reflects on how stories, song, and knowledge have been passed down for thousands of years and continue to shape our local community today.

We encourage families to read, learn together, and join us in celebrating and respecting the living culture of the First Peoples of our region.

Little Yarns Podcast

Have you heard about this podcast?

Little Yarns is an ABC Kids Listen podcast that celebrates and shares the diverse languages and stories from across Australia. Each episode of Little Yarns goes on a journey to a different nation to learn a first word on Country. 

This episode (River of mist in Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung) focuses on our local river, Birrarung (the Yarra), and explores the creation story of its origin through the voices of the Wurundjeri Woiwurrung People. 

This podcast is a wonderful resource for families to listen to together and deepen their understanding of local First Nations culture. The episode shared goes for 6 minutes if your family would like to listen to it. 

Episode link: https://www.abc.net.au/kidslisten/programs/little-yarns/river-mist-wurundjeri-woiwurrung/105137620