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Local Culture

Cultural Preservation and Cross-Cultural Awareness

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural history of the land.

About this experience

The Local Culture experience celebrates the preservation of cultural heritage and promotes cross-cultural awareness. Participants will engage with local Indigenous elders to deepen their understanding of traditional practices and the area’s significant history. By learning from these cultural custodians, students will gain respect for Indigenous traditions, foster connections with the land, and develop a deeper appreciation for the diverse cultures that have shaped the region.

Develop cross-cultural awareness and understanding of Indigenous traditions
Build respect for cultural diversity and local heritage
Foster connections to then land its stories
Learn about the area's history, from Indigenous practices to European settlement

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Activity options

Each experience includes a selection of staff-led, teacher-led, and night activities tailored to your group’s age and goals. Here are just some examples to give you a taste of what’s available:

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Teacher-Led

Creative Art Expression, Nature Walk, Cultural Bingo, Personal Culture Story Circle, Nature Journaling/5 Senses, Police Point History Hike, Traditional Friendship Bands, Scavenger Hunt, European Map Making, Cultural Cooking Challenge, Portsea Through the Lens Photography Challenge

Staff-Led

Welcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony, Boomerang Throwing, Indigenous Storytelling, Yidaki (Didgeridoo) Meditation, Animal Totem Dancing, Traditional Fire Making, Traditional Games Tournament, Historical Orienteering, Raft Building, Marine Conservation Workshop, Sorrento Museum, Bush Tucker and Medicine, Indigenous Language Immersion

Night Activities

Local Culture Trivia, Cultural Movie, Campfire, Nature Hike, Concert/Talent Show, Disco

With a wide range of activities to choose from, we work with you to create a customised schedule that best fits your group’s needs and progression level.

Core Curriculum Links

The Local Culture experience aligns with Personal & Social Capability, History, and Geography across all year levels. It focuses on preserving cultural heritage, understanding traditional practices, and fostering respect for cultural diversity. Our experiences have been carefully designed to support curriculum outcomes from Years 3 to 12, with specific learning objectives tailored to each stage of development.

Want more details? We have a detailed curriculum brochure available—just ask us today.

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