In addition to the consultations for the recently published Draft Shape of the Australian Curriculum: Languages
ACARA has called for discussion and feedback on the cross-curriculum priorities in the Australian Curriculum. ‘Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures’ is one of three cross-curriculum priorities. Indigenous languages are the first point under the heading ‘Culture’ and are specifically mentioned as relevant to the English curriculum. Continue reading
Members of the Eastern States Aboriginal Languages Group were pleased to be involved in the Puliima National Indigenous Languages Forum again this year. Continue reading
The draft Shape of the Australian Curriculum: Languages is now available for national consultation. Continue reading
The Eastern States Aboriginal Languages Group is planning a meeting to bring together representatives of language centres and language programs in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and ACT. Continue reading
ESALG members were pleased to accept an invitation from AIATSIS Director Mr. Russell Taylor to hold their November meeting at the Institute, using the opportunity to share information between the two groups. Continue reading
Members of the Eastern States Aboriginal Languages Group were pleased to accept an invitation to a morning tea with the Governor-General of Australia, Her Excellency Ms Quentin Bryce AC at Government House Canberra on the 22nd November. Continue reading
In November 2010 Prime Minister Julia Gillard announced a proposal to establish an expert panel to consult on options for a constitutional amendment to recognise Indigenous Australians.
ESALG has contacted the Prime Minister to recommend that the expert panel advising on this matter includes at least one representative from an authoritative Indigenous languages organisation. Continue reading
In July 2010 The Gillard Government announced a review of the Government’s investment in the Indigenous broadcasting and media sector. The stated aim was to ensure that the resources allocated to Indigenous broadcasting are delivering the best outcomes for Indigenous people. Continue reading
Applications are being sought by the NSW Government from Aboriginal community organisations to revitalise and teach Aboriginal languages. $100,000 has been allocated for a small grants program (up to $5,000 per project) and $200,000 for larger one-off grants (up to $25,000). Continue reading
