Gracing our currency’s $50 note is an iconic figure from the early 20th century who became known as the ‘Australian Leonardo da Vinci’. History knows him as David Unaipon, a Ngarrindjeri man. He was an Indigenous polymath who gained a reputation ...
More »Move to make indigenous children ‘resilient’
A “strengths-based approach” to school readiness is needed to recognise the knowledge and understanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children have before they engage in formal learning. The latest report from the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) reviewed the ...
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Research from Murdoch University
More »No progress on NSW indigenous literacy
The literacy of NSW indigenous primary school students has not improved in the past decade, the state auditor-general has reported.
More »Primary students connect with indigenous culture
More than 100 year 5 students in Brisbane have been given the opportunity to connect with indigenous history and culture as part of the sixth annual Indigenous Education Symposium at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
More »New football academy for indigenous kids
A $15 million AFL academy for indigenous children in Darwin will soon be formally announced. Details of the Michael Long Indigenous Football Academy are expected to be unveiled at a media conference in Darwin on Thursday. Federal Regional Development Minister ...
More »Indigienous education measures criticised
Poor-performing schools are the main reason indigenous students don't reach minimum education standards, a new report says. The report on indigenous education from the Centre of Independent Studies released yesterday says much is made of the fact a majority of ...
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