18/07/2024
๐ฅโจ Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud! โจ๐ฅ
This year's NAIDOC Week theme truly resonated at Bowen Flexible Learning Centre as we celebrated from July 7th to July 14th. Across Australia, NAIDOC Week is a time to honor the rich history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and we were privileged to join in these nationwide celebrations.
We were treated to breathtaking performances by local Aboriginal dancers and the Torres Strait Islander Dance troop. Some of our students even took part in the Taba Naba, a traditional sit-down dance from the Torres Strait Islands, embracing the rhythm and spirit of these ancient cultures.
Lunch was a culinary adventure courtesy of Max and Janelle from McNelly's Bush Tucka Food Trailer, featuring a menu of Crocodile Stir Fry, Kangaroo Skewers, and Kangaroo Patty Sliders, all of which were a hit! Dessert was just as spectacular, making it a truly memorable day for many of us experiencing these unique flavors for the first time.
A huge thank you to the talented dancers for sharing a snippet of their vibrant culture with us and to McNellyโs Bush Tucka for the incredible food. Happy NAIDOC Week to all as we continue to learn, respect, and celebrate the worldโs oldest, continuous living cultures! ๐๐ฝ๏ธ