At Bluebird Early Education Traralgon, we respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which we learn and grow, the Gunaikurnai People. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past and present, and we honour the enduring connections of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to Country, culture, and community. We are committed to listening deeply, learning continuously, and building genuine, respectful relationships with the Gunaikurnai community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples more broadly. We recognise the importance of respectfully embedding First Nations peoples histories, cultures, and languages into our daily practices, curriculum, and environment in ways that are authentic and led by First Nations community voices. Through meaningful engagement, reflection, and action, we will nurture generations of children who understand, value, and celebrate the worlds oldest living cultures. Our vision for reconciliation is one where respect for people, culture, and Country is lived every day, and where our service plays an active role in shaping a reconciled future of equity, equality and unity. Â
Acknowledgement of Country
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Welcome to Country
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Build Relationships with Community
Teach about Reconciliation
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Take Action Against Racism
Curriculum Planning
Inclusive Policies
Staff Engagement with RAP
Celebrate RAP Progress