BRIGHT banners, traditional dancing and the smell of 'roo burgers overwhelmed Margaret River Primary School last Thursday when students celebrated National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee Week.
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Held every second year at the school, the NAIDOC event is a huge collaborative effort with all students, staff and volunteers spending the entire day learning and celebrating Aboriginal culture.
With different workshops and activity areas placed all around the school, students were rotated through out the day so they may experience every element.
Students were captivated by tales of the dreamtime, how animals, plants and humans came into being while adding their own touches to a painted banner.
The undercover area was transformed into a huge dance space, where the classes and teachers took part in traditional moves that saw students roar in participation, stomping their feet and getting into the heart of the dance.
In the background, volunteers and staff worked tirelessly around a barbeque to prepare lunch for all students.
Indigenous education coordinator Angela Ramirez said the event was intended to teach students more knowledge about Aboriginal culture, with further understanding leading to more respect.
She said students took part in spear throwing, story telling, tool making, dancing and music creation and damper making.
Principal Sinan Kerimofski said the mixture of activities was fantastic and it was a day the whole school enjoyed.
To learn more about NAIDOC week visit naidoc.org.au.
