Pregnancy and Birthing

Before colonisation, culturally safe birthing was an uninterrupted practice for First Nations families for over 80,000 years.

What Is Country?

Country goes beyond the physical, and includes things that cannot be seen or touched, like relationships and knowledge.

Where Does the Word Koala Come From?

Many words commonly used in Australia are from First Nations languages or have been derived from them, including "koala".

Yolngu Ways of Learning

The songs, dances and stories of Yolngu culture live in the Yolngu people, and in the land that has been their home for tens of thousands of years.

Uluru Statement from the Heart

The Uluru Statement from the Heart was created from the collective experiences of many First Nations people from across the continent.

The Ongoing Legacy of the Wave Hill Walk-Off

On 23 August 1966, the Gurindji people of the Northern Territory made history with the Wave Hill Walk-Off.

The Torres Strait Islander Flag

The flag is an important symbol of unity and identity for Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Truth-Telling

Truth-telling involves having honest conversations about this continent’s history.

Traditional Fire Management

First Nations fire burning knowledge is living cultural knowledge. Practices are based on connection to Country and local knowledge of the region.

The Unknown Warriors of the Frontier Wars

You may have heard about Jandamarra, Yagan, Dundalli and Pemulwuy, but there are many other warriors that fought on the frontlines during the Frontier Wars.