Stories

Telstra Health staff experiencing an Aboriginal Welcome to Country smoking ceremony on Red Earth Indigenous Cultural Immersion in Cape York

“I have come back being more thankful for what I have and the facilities I have access to. It was a fabulous opportunity for me to get immersed in the Aboriginal culture to learn about them and the challenges they face in their day-to-day lives. Every Australian needs to experience this immersion. There is so much that needs to be done for the betterment of Traditional Owners of our lands.”

Anjani Jaswal, Delivery Lead, Telstra Health

Santa Maria students playing footy with local kids on Red Earth Indigenous Cultural Immersion in Central Australia

“The immersion was very thought-provoking and eye-opening. Not only to the culture of Indigenous Australia in the APY Lands, but also to the nature of learning through experiences. I loved how it allowed us to see and celebrate Indigenous culture for what it truly is today.”

Rachael, Year 9, Santa Maria College

Sean Riordan Director of Professional Learning Brisbane Boys College BBC at sacred Aboriginal site for mens initiation with Traditional Owner on Red Earth Indigenous Cultural Immersion

“We were treated to a unique opportunity to connect with Indigenous people, hearing their stories and aspirations in an incredible setting. It was amazing to be Welcomed to Country and to engage in the lives of our hosts. Our trips to sacred places were extraordinary and the landscape was like no other place on Earth. Our Red Earth Leaders were knowledgable, organised and committed to creating a reflective, engaging experience. Furthermore, we were consistently supported by the Red Earth back office team. A spectacular immersion that changed the lives of the young people involved.”

Sean Riordan, Director of Professional Learning, Brisbane Boys College

Meriden Anglican School for Girls swimming with local Aboriginal kids on Red Earth Indigenous Service Learning Immersion in Cape York

“I had the most amazing time; hearing and sharing stories with the Elders of the homelands. Seeing the multiple generations of Indigenous on their land was heart-warming and I am so glad I was able to hear directly from them about their experience.”

Tamara, Year 10, Meriden School

Marcellin College Randwick in Cape York learning about bush medicine and bush tucker from a Traditional Owner on Red Earth Indigenous Service Learning Immersion

“I was extremely immersed in Aboriginal culture, learning about new and interesting aspects of the culture. Helping the community was also extremely rewarding and worthwhile as it allowed me to appreciate what I have at home.”

Harry, Year 10, Marcellin College Randwick

James Jacobs Teach Head of House Xavier College Melbourne on Red Earth Aboriginal Culture Immersion in Arnhem Land

“Students experienced the Aboriginal peoples’ love for Country first hand – it was beautiful waking up and looking across the green valleys in Arnhem Land which helped us understand the deep spiritual connection that the people have with their Country. This was a new experience for our group and an insight that could only be made on the Country itself.”

Mr James Jacobs, Teacher & Head of House, Xavier College