The Assembly was primarily led by: Latiah B, Olivia J, Kaitlyn J, Elizabeth W, Sophie A, Bindi F, Bianca R and Monique R. The students put together a wonderful celebration of 'Heal Country', the theme for NAIDOC in 2021.

During the Assembly, the National Anthem was sung in Dharawal, the Earth, Fire and Water Prayer was conducted alongside some prayers of the faithful. We were then privileged to hear the family story of Bindi and the impact that healing can have, especially in light of previous government policies. Our guest speaker for 2021 was Alanah Scholes from the NRL School to Work Program, and Alanah spoke passionately about the pain caused by previous governments, as well as the importance of breaking the cycle of disadvantage for Aboriginal peoples. I would like to thank the following staff and students who all played an important role in ensuring that the Assembly was a success: Merinda F, Arden D, Millie-Ellis D, Tamika-Bree H, Charlotte T, Georgia O, Candice M, Grace K, Annabelle M, Tavara S, Kiara M, Aurora F, Jemma W, Wissam M, Nekisha B, Mrs Bleyerveen, Mrs Feely and Mr East, Mr Gattone, Mr Camilleri, Dr Bourne and Ms Lennox.

We were also privileged to have a number of parents, carers, families of our Koori girls and Dharawal Elders present, and we thank each and everyone of you for your attendance at both our Morning Tea and the Assembly, as well as for your support of our girls. Thank you everyone for your support of the NAIDOC Assembly!

Christopher Duncan - Aboriginal Studies Teacher and Liaison Officer