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By Steph
"Welcome to Country gives custodians the opportunity to formally welcome people to their land... should be undertaken by Elders, by a locally recognized Aboriginal community spokesperson or, by a locally recognized cultural service provider..."

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By Brianna Remington , Isabella Galemberti and Laelah Dunn
The opening ceremony began with a tribute to Australian culture, history and identity with over 120 Australian stock horses stepping out, paying tribute to Australian stock men.

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by Mesika

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Torres Strait Islander Flag

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Installation of Nelson Jagamara’s mosaic in the Forecourt   

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Installation of Nelson Jagamara’s mosaic in the Forecourt   

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by Mesika

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The Australian Aboriginal Flag was designed by artist Harold Thomas and first flown at Victoria Square in Adelaide, South Australia, on National Aborigines Day, 12 July 1971. It became the official flag for the Aboriginal Tent Embassy in Canberra after it was first flown there in 1972. Since then, it has become a widely recognised symbol of the unity and identity of Aboriginal people.

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Architecture of the Australian Parliament House

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Architecture of the Australian Parliament House

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by Mesika
The natural colors and hard surfaces of the Forecourt evoke the ancient land, while the mosaic refers to the Indigenous presence in Australia. The Forecourt space represents the period in the country's history before European settlement. The Forecourt is paved with stone and red gravel, with a large ceremonial pool at its center. In the middle of this pool is a granite mosaic created by Indigenous artist Michael Nelson Jagamara. The mosaic sits on an island symbolism the Australian continent.

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by Nyadan
Canonisation is a double statement – about the life of the person and also about the faith of the people who are alive at this moment. They are as much a part of the canonisation as the person who is being recognized.  Mary MacKillop was a young woman with a dream to make a difference in our world. Her dream encompassed opening simple schools where there was no class distinction, offering refuge to the most neglected, and bringing practical help to families. Mary felt very strongly the widespread ignorance of the whole of the spiritual dimension of life and dedicated her life to bringing the message of God’s love to all whom she encountered. She was a passionate woman whose youthful spirit has touched the ‘heart and soul’ of the Australian people. She embodies all that is best in our Australian nation and its people. Her spirit and values continue to inspire young people today to make a difference in these times.

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by Imogen, Hayley, Ashlee
Uluru is one of Australia's most recognisable natural landmarks. Uluru is sacred to the Pitjantjatjara Anangu, the Aboriginal people of the area. The area around the formation is home to an abundance of springs, waterholes, rock caves and ancient paintings.More than 36 people have died and many others injured while attempting the climb and, as they feel responsible for visitors, the custodians are also hurt by these tragedies.

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by Abby
The cerebration of reconciliation day is where they connect people through shared experiences, expectations and knowledge, and educate people about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, identities and successes.
recognising First Australians at reconciliation day is an essential step in in acknowledging the unique place Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have in Australia, and in building reconciliation

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By Shianne
NAIDOC stands for National Aboriginal and Islander Day Observance Committee. The event is to celebrate aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history. All people are welcome to this event where Aboriginal culture is held. They hold aboriginal dancing and singing at this event showing all people aboriginal culture of different races because NAIDOC is open to everyone. They also have stalls where they sell aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander items. They also provide drawing on boomerangs. They have performances of people dancing, singing and playing the didgeridoo.

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BY CODIE AND ANTONIA
. When Prime Minister Kevin Rudd delivered an apology to members of the stolen generation on 13 February 2008, it was an historic occasion.
.  The apology included a proposal for a policy commission to close the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians in 'life expectancy, educational achievement and economic opportunity'.
. Apologized for laws and policies which had 'inflicted profound grief, suffering and loss on these our fellow Australians'.
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