Land
Land is at the heart of culture, serving as the foundation for spirituality, identity, and connection. Often referred to as Country or Place, it serves as a core part of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity.
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Land is at the heart of culture, serving as the foundation for spirituality, identity, and connection. Often referred to as country or place, it serves as a core part of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity. Navigated through Songlines, explored and represented through art and ritual; the land is an archive where knowledge is stored, and a reflection of knowledge itself. In this element, explore the interconnectedness of Indigenous cultural practices, sustainability, and the ongoing responsibility to manage and protect various types of land.
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Fire
Fire has been used in various ways by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, as evidenced through cultural practices such as fire management, Smoking Ceremonies and the material needs of family.
Water
Explore the central role played by water in the livelihoods, knowledge systems and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Sky
Focussing on Indigenous Knowledge relating to the sky opens up a plethora of content, encompassing everything from Indigenous astronomy and navigation to seasonal hunting and gathering practices.