17/06/2026
On Monday and Tuesday, two excited groups of Year 8 students set off into the heart of Melbourne for an unforgettable Chinese Cultural Experience! Their adventure began with a guided tour of the Museum of Chinese Australian History, where they stepped back in time to explore what life was like for Chinese settlers in the 1800s. A major highlight was coming face-to-face with three magnificent Chinese dragons that have dazzled crowds in city-wide parades for more than a century. Students enjoyed Kung Fu movement and learned self-defence techniques. The interaction between the students and the instructor scaffolded students understanding of the core of Kung Fu, which is not only the movement, but also mindset practice. Of course, no cultural journey is complete without food! Students sampled a delicious range of Chinese dishes, choosing flavours that matched their curiosity and courage.
This experience brought their language learning to life—offering a vibrant, hands-on opportunity to deepen their understanding and ignite their passion for Chinese culture.