Wamba Wamba 
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The Wamba Wamba people traditionally occupy both Victorian and New South Wales sides of the Murray River in the Murray and Lower Darling Rivers region. Deniliquin, Moulamein and Swan Hill are all within Wamba Wamba borders. The language, culture and tradition of Wamba Wamba is very much present today. With the last fluent speakers documented on tape roughly in the 1930s, these recordings sadden but inspire the tireless efforts of community members to revive Wamba Wamba language, culture and customs through the education of all young people of the region.
Students engage with the Wamba Wamba multi-touch book and explore both Muyi Mir and Pondi stories. They gain an understanding of animal characteristics, habitats and behaviours. They research food chains, create artistic visual representations of the animals from the stories, and develop an appreciation for the cultural significance of native animals.
Students explore the cultural, environmental, and historical significance of trees. They research the critical roles trees play in maintaining biodiversity and carbon sequestration for a healthy environment as well as investigating the harmful effects of deforestation and its widespread repercussions.
Students investigate the Murray River’s geographical features and trace the impact of historical events on its health. They identify the challenges facing the river, deepening their understanding of its current state and sustainability concerns. This unit fosters environmental stewardship and advocates for honouring First Nations cultural connections.
This unit provides students with the opportunity to develop an understanding of the history and principles of aerodynamics and how to apply these when generating, modifying or communicating designed solutions. Explore how First Nations perspectives influence the development of scientific knowledge with a close look at some of David Unaipin's inventions!
