Warrior connections
StoryA modern-day soldier who served in Afghanistan is related to the 18th-century warrior Gambu Ganuurru, or “Red Kangaroo”, whose life was recorded in the 1953 classic Australian book The Red Chief by Ion L. Idriess.
Making healthy changes
StoryMonawuy is a CDP participant from Birritjimi in the NT. The CDP has given her the opportunity to learn new skills and in the process, boosted her confidence and sense of independence.
Anzac Day: Teaching resource brings Indigenous service stories to life
StoryPrivate Roland Winzel Carter fought for the Australian Imperial Force in World War 1 and his story is included in a new teaching resource, Stories of Indigenous Service.
Newslines Radio: SDN Redfern teaches Koori kids to love learning
StoryMore and more Aboriginal families from Redfern in Sydney are sending their children to the local SDN Children’s Education and Care Centre to make sure they get the early education they need.
Gunbalanya School’s semester changes boost attendance
StoryMore involvement from the wider community and semester dates that make the most of seasonal changes have helped to increase attendance at Gunbalanya School in the Northern Territory.