We acknowledge all First Peoples of this land and celebrate their enduring connections to Country, knowledge and stories. We pay our respects to Elders and Ancestors who watch over us and guide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
This story is told by Djugun and Nyikina woman, Alison Torres. The story follows the journey of two young Nyikina men who hear the stories of the beautiful Sun Maidens and set out in search of them despite warnings from Elders in their community. Their beauty was more than anyone could imagine, with skin that shines bright red like their father – Barra, the sun – too hot for any person to touch. The story is about First Law, Country and the importance of listening to your Elders.
We are a First Nations not-for-profit that exists to centre First Nations people, Country and truth-telling. We acknowledge all First Peoples of this land and celebrate their enduring connections to Country, knowledge and stories. We pay our respects to Elders and Ancestors who watch over us and guide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
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This story is told by Djugun and Nyikina woman, Alison Torres. The story follows the journey of two young Nyikina men who hear the stories of the beautiful Sun Maidens and set out in search of them despite warnings from Elders in their community. Their beauty was more than anyone could imagine, with skin that shines bright red like their father – Barra, the sun – too hot for any person to touch. The story is about First Law, Country and the importance of listening to your Elders.
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Alison Torres
Marlikka Perdrisat
A long time ago, Baayami (the Creator) sent the Rainbow Serpent to Earth. The serpent was tasked with giving us all the colours of the world. Its massive body gave us the valleys and the rivers, allowing life to flourish here on Earth.
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Common Ground works with teachers to develop comprehensive educational resources to accompany the films. The resources will help you guide safe and informative learning with the young people in your life, whether you’re a parent, an Early Childhood educator or a Primary School teacher.
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