Then and now: Aboriginal culture

Stage 3 (Years 5-6), HSIE, Morton National Park

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Old Man Banksia (Banksia serrata), Morton National Park. Photo: John Yurasek

Little Forest, Morton National Park. Photo: Michael Van Ewijk

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Stage 3 HSIE Then Now Aboriginal Culture Morton National Park

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Then and now: Aboriginal culture is a Stage 3 (Years 5-6) school excursion at Fitzroy Falls in Morton National Park, focusing on HSIE. Through story and creative expression, the life and culture of the local people are shared.

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This school excursion gives students the opportunity to experience Aboriginal culture with Aboriginal Discovery rangers, and develop an understanding of the importance of protecting and respecting culture.

Activities include bush tucker and medicine, the role of women, traditional weaving, art, music and dance, men's business (hunting, tools and didgeridoo), site management and protection.

For program outline, safety and practical information about this excursion, see info for teachers

Stage	Stage 3 (Years 5-6)
Learning area	HSIE
Student outcomes	HT3-1. Describes and explains the significance of people, groups, places and events to the development of Australia HT3-2. Describes and explains different experiences of people living in Australia over time GE3-2. Explains interactions and connections between people, places and environments

Stage

Stage 3 (Years 5-6)

Learning area

HSIE

Student outcomes

HT3-1. Describes and explains the significance of people, groups, places and events to the development of Australia

HT3-2. Describes and explains different experiences of people living in Australia over time

GE3-2. Explains interactions and connections between people, places and environments

Excursion details

When: By arrangement.
Availability: Guided. Available on request.
Where: Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre, Morton National Park
Grading: Easy
Price: $295 per group for up to 25 students, $11.80 per student (includes GST).
Accessibility: Easy
Equipment provided: Yes
Booking: If you would like to organise a NPWS school excursion please get in touch with local staff or use the 'Enquire' link for the online form.

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School excursion inquiries - South Coast
02 4236 0469
discovery.scr@environment.nsw.gov.au

Park info

in Morton National Park in the South Coast and Country NSW regions
Morton National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.

Parts of the south-eastern area of this park were once used for military training and may contain unexploded artillery shells. These areas have restrictions in place for your safety.
Park entry fees:
Fitzroy Falls: $4 per vehicle per day. Bundanoon area: $8 per vehicle per day. The park has pay machines - cash and cards accepted.
Buy annual pass

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