Bushranger Students Commemorate NAIDOC Week

To mark the beginning of NAIDOC Week 2025, a few of our dedicated Bushranger students participated in a commemorative ceremony at the North Metropolitan Education Office. The event was led by Cheryl Townsend, Director of Education for the North Metropolitan Education Region, and served as a meaningful way to honour the week’s theme of celebrating the history, culture, and achievements of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

As part of the ceremony, students planted a native Tuart tree — a species deeply rooted in Western Australia’s natural heritage and a powerful symbol of resilience and connection to Country. This act of planting was not only environmental but deeply cultural, representing a commitment to reconciliation and respect.

The morning began with a heartfelt Welcome to Country, grounding the ceremony in tradition and cultural significance. It was a moment of reflection and unity, reminding all present of the importance of acknowledging and respecting the traditional custodians of the land.

Now standing proudly on the site, the Tuart tree serves as a living tribute to the enduring spirit, culture, and custodianship of First Nations peoples. It will grow as a reminder of the values NAIDOC Week represents — respect, recognition, and reconciliation.