In this unit, students explore the cultural significance of First Nations art as storytelling, communication, and connection to Country with Brinja-Yuin Walbunja Elder, Aunty Trish. Students will learn how symbols, natural materials, and art share and preserve knowledge. Through activities like yarning circles, mind-mapping, bush walks, and nature art, students will reflect on the power of art in deepening their understanding of First Nations peoples and practices.

In this unit students will watch the Yuin story Two Women and a Dingo, and reflect on how storytelling conveys insights about place, history, and cultural values. Students will analyse modern media, researching and comparing news stories to identify bias. Students will script and perform their own news stories. This unit supports students in critically evaluating media and understanding the impact personal perspective can play in information sharing.

This unit explores the cultural significance and contemporary use of Yarning Circles through the teachings of Brinja-Yuin Walbunja Elder Aunty Trish Ellis. Engage in reflective discussion, build skills in respectful dialogue, and experience the value of listening and shared learning in a culturally safe way.

Students will explore the impact of government policies through the story of Granny Louisa Pepper-Connolly, as told by her great-great-granddaughter Aunty Glenys Watts. They will examine how such policies affected First Nations families, cultures, and communities, and reflect on their strength and perseverance.

Students explore Gunaikurnai stories Legend Rock and Borun and Tuk, investigate local wildlife, learn about First Nations conservation, and take action through citizen science and project-based activities.

Students will explore the significance of "Gunyurro" (Dance) within the Gunaikurnai community. They will learn about the history of imposed colonial laws that restricted First Nations cultural practices, the role of art and dance as forms of resistance and healing, and the importance of cultural reclamation.

Students explore the Gunaikurnai story Mother Sky to learn about First Nations astronomy, seasonal knowledge, and storytelling. Through film, yarning, art, and coding, they investigate how stars, seasons, and culture are deeply connected, and create their own seasonal calendars inspired by natural cycles.

Students explore the Gunaikurnai Creation story Mother Sky told by Alfie Hudson, learn about First Nations astronomy, identify constellations, and express their understanding through art, worksheets, and a Scratch coding activity.

Students explore the Gunaikurnai Creation story Borun and Tuk told by Hollie Johnson. They investigate local wildlife, and learn about First Nations perspectives on conservation through research, classification, and art.

In this unit, students will explore the history and current issues of Aboriginal labour in Australia. Through personal stories, films, and activities, they will learn about key industries, the exploitation of Aboriginal workers, and the impact of stolen wages policies. Students will also study the contributions of First Nations activists who fought for their rights.

In this unit, students will analyse films, conduct online research, and engage in creative writing to explore biographies, autobiographies, and memoirs. Inspired by the stories of Ballardong Noongar Elders, they will learn about life in 1960s Western Australia. Students will then write and publish their own biography, autobiography, or memoir, focusing on themselves or someone they value, deepening their sense of identity and understanding of others.

In this unit, students investigate the historical injustices faced by First Nations peoples in Australia, including the impacts of systemic racism and the significance of individuals who challenge unjust systems. They will research and create profiles on rebels and trailblazers, like Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, and explore parallels with global movements for rights and freedom. They create visual timelines to illustrate historical events and present their findings.

This unit explores the distinctions between Missions, Reserves, and Stations. Students will engage in research activities and creative writing, investigating the impact of government policies on First Nations communities and life on York Reserve.

Students will engage with the Birrarung Multi-touch Book and specifically the Wurundjeri Interactive Map to explore significant places on Wurundjeri Country from pre-contact to today, researching native plants, traditional engineering, and cultural heritage. They will reflect on these insights and create poems, paintings, or stories showcasing their understanding of First Nations perspectives and connections to the land. This unit can be self-directed or taught as a class.

Students engage with the multi-touch book Birrarung and explore First Nations portraits to learn about Wurundjeri Ancestors and their role in shaping identity. They create a personal ancestry map or visual representation, reflecting on how their own Ancestors, wherever they are from, influence who they are today.

Students engage with the Birrarung multi-touch book, create story maps, and investigate the Yarra River Protection Act 2017 to learn about the Birrarung’s role in preserving cultural heritage and fostering a connection to Country.

Students explore First Nations languages, land, and culture through the Wurundjeri Multi-Touch Book Birrarung. They research language loss, create presentations on preservation efforts, and reflect on the connection between language, culture, and heritage.