Caring for Sea Country: Garrigarrang
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Audience
Primary school -
Learning stage
Stage 2 -
Learning area
Climate change, First Nations, Geography, History, Science -
Type
Museum educator-led
© Australian Museum
About the program
The Australian Museum displays thousands of cultural objects that tell the story of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nations’ beauty, complexity and diversity.
During this educator-led program students will investigate how First Nations peoples care for Sea Country in diverse ways and learn about sustainable practices. Students will interpret how deep connections of place form respectful interactions with environments. First Nations technology knowledges and utilisation of materials are highlighted in all content.
This program takes place in Garrigarrang (Sea Country) exhibition.
Learning intentions
- Explore what Sea Country (Garrigarrang) is and how First Nations Peoples connect with and care for it
- Investigate how First Nations technologies, such as fish traps, are designed to work with environment
- Understand how First Nations Peoples use the resources of Sea Country sustainably and what we can do to keep caring for Sea Country
Success criteria
- I can explain what Sea Country is and describe one way First Nations Peoples connect with and care for it.
- I can explain how a stone fish traps is designed to suit its environment
- I can describe one way First Nations Peoples use the resources of Sea Country sustainably and one way I can help care for Sea Country
Audience: This program is bookable for Stage 2
Cost: $10 (GST included) per student with a minimum cost of $100 per session. General entry to the Australian Museum is free.
Duration: 45 minutes
Capacity: Up to 30 students per session
Term: Term 4, 2026, Terms 1-2 2027
Dates: Monday-Tuesday
Times: 10am, 11:00am, 12:15pm & 1:15pm
The Australian Museum has a zero-tolerance policy for racist comments and actions towards staff members, including those from students and children.
In circumstances where this occurs during a tour, program or other interaction, our staff have the authority to immediately stop delivering the tour and remove themselves from the situation.
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NSW Syllabus
Stage 2
History K-10 Syllabus
A student:
- describes and explains how significant individuals, groups and events contributed to changes in the local community over time HT2-2
- applies skills of historical inquiry and communication HT2-5
Geography K-10 Syllabus
A student:
- examines features and characteristics of places and environments GE2-1
- describes the ways people, places and environments interact GE2-2
- examines differing perceptions about the management of places and environments GE2-3
Science and Technology K-6 Syllabus
A student:
- selects and uses materials, tools and equipment to develop solutions for a need or opportunity ST2-2DP-T
- investigates the suitability of natural and processed materials for a range of purposes ST2-7MW-T
Cross curriculum priority (Australian Curriculum):
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures
- Sustainability
NSW Syllabus
Human Society and its Environment K-6 (2024)
Stage 2
A student:
describes Aboriginal Peoples' obligations to Country, Culture and Community HS2-ACH-01
explains how people care for Australia's environments and participate in Australian society, using geographical information HS2-GEO-01
Content points:
Identify and use appropriate terminology when sharing Knowledges about Country
Describe how Aboriginal Peoples sustainably use the resources of Country
Investigate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander food practices that are sustainable
Science and Technology K-6 (2024)
Stage 2
A student:
uses information to investigate the solar system and the effects of energy on living, physical and geological systems ST2-SCI-01
uses a design process to create products to address user needs or opportunities ST2-DDT-01
Content points:
Describe how Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples' practices support habitats to survive
Explore the design of a structure, products or place and identify how user needs are addressed
Build, test and evaluate a designed model
Any changes to numbers or cancellations must be made in writing by emailing group.bookings@australian.museum before the date for Final Confirmation (14 days prior to your visit).
Final booking numbers must be confirmed at least 14 days prior to the scheduled visit.
A tax invoice will be issued prior to your visit based on Final Confirmation details.
A tax invoice based on Final Confirmation details will be issued prior to your visit or session.
Please advise at the time of booking if the tax invoice needs to be issued to a different contact name or email address. NSW Department of Education schools that use the EDConnect payment system should advise this at time of booking and provide a purchase order number if required.
Our payment terms are net 7 days. However, it is the AM’s strong preference that bookings be paid in full prior to the visit.
Adjustments on the day – the AM will adjust the invoice amount and you must pay the difference where:
i) Group numbers increase from Final Confirmation numbers; or
ii) the Group changes to a more expensive booking/ticket.
The adjusted invoice payment terms are net 7 days. To be clear, where numbers are less than Final Confirmation numbers, no deductions or refunds will be given.
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