ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

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Reclaiming K’gari

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On 7 June 2023, the island formerly known as Fraser Island reclaimed the name used by its Traditional Owners: K’gari. Butchulla Elders say there are generally two accepted pronunciations: ‘GUR-rie’ and ‘Gurri’ (the K is silent).

Important ABSTUDY information for new high school students

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Parents and guardians of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students starting high school in 2023 can claim ABSTUDY now. ABSTUDY is a group of payments for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and...

Claim ABSTUDY for high school before 1 December

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Parents and guardians of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students starting high school can claim ABSTUDY now.

Parliament House inspires future students at Work Exposure in Government Canberra

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From 3-8 September 2023, Parliament House in Canberra became a highlight for First Nations secondary students participating in the Work Exposure in Government (WEX) Program, inspiring some to consider a future in politics.

Parnngurr

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Parnngurr is a remote Aboriginal community about 370kms East of Newman on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert in Western Australia.

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