Always was, always will be

Acknowledgement of Country

By Pia Solomon, Teacher

The 'Always was, Always will be' Team 

Wawa/Hello! Come join us!

At the AWAWB, we have a great sense of community and collaborate with people from different year levels. 

Last year we bonded on an excursion to Blackburn Lake to learn with other schools to meet with Aunty Merm and Uncle Shane. We also finally published our book for the school to read, learn and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, perspectives and history.

We've been lucky enough to host the Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week assembly and whole school celebrations. 

It's a great learning experience for all - it teaches you confidence, community and cultural awareness. It's so nice to see people thrive and flourish.

There has been a number of new members joining us which has been delightful to be able to connect with them all. We are always looking for more people to join us. Everyone is welcome! We look forward to seeing you next year!

Ngoon-godjin / thank you!

Khalissa, Alyssa and Esther. 

Coming Soon: Our Book!

We have been working on this for a few years and are very excited to finally publish it to share with the community ready for the 2025 school year! Coming soon!

Woiwurrung Words of the Week

Time to revuew all the words we have learnt: Wawa (hello)

Ngoon-godjin (thank you)

Twagannin (Bye)

Liwurruk (sister)

Bubup (baby/child)

Dhindhith (younger brother)

Liwurruk (younger sister)

Bangganj (older brother)

Lath-ganj (older sister)

Thanks to the KESO team for sharing these Woiwurrung words and slides with us.

First Nation Events + Resources

(Our school is not affiliated with any of these)

Summer in the Park: Pirrutu

Sat 22 Feb, 6pm – 8pm @ Maranoa Gardens, Parring Road, Balwyn, Free event

Pack your picnics, sit back and enjoy a performance from the talented First Nations performer, Pirritu in the surrounds of Maranoa Gardens. Ngiyampaa man and First Nations singer-songwriter Pirritu’s music is gentle, honest and melodic, enticing you into the depths of his personal journey, to sing you a story of sadness, love and hope.

Live Music: Troy Cassar-Daley 

Thurs 6 March, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm @ Hawthorn Arts Centre, 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn 

One of Australia’s most beloved storytellers and musical treasures with a staggering collection of accolades, including an astounding 45 Golden Guitars and 6 ARIA Awards! 

Hailing from a long line of fireside storytellers and a proud Gumbaynggirr/Bundjalung man, Troy forms his own style of Australian country music. Tickets via Boroondara Arts

Murnong FPGP Trivia Night 

Sat 15th March 2025, 6:30pm-10pm, MFPGP, 100 High St, Glen Iris

Murnong Fundraising Trivia Night “They Didn’t Teach Us That at School” - a fun night of learning and laughs! Tickets $30 each or a table for $150.

Tickets available here and RSVP via Facebook event.

MFPGP are also looking for organisations to sponsor the event.