Karuah Public School NAIDOC Day celebrations

Karuah Public School celebrated NAIDOC Day on Friday 1st July. Staff, students and the community enjoyed a smoking ceremony, Aboriginal dancing, weaving workshops, Dreaming stories, drumming workshops, didgeridoo lessons, traditional Aboriginal games and a BBQ lunch.

Aunty Margo, a Karuah Elder, shared her story during the whole school assembly. She recited a poem she had written about her experience. Aunty Margo was part of the Stolen Generation.

Story contributed by Megan Saffioti from Karuah Public School. Published in 2016.