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INDIGENOUS EDUCATION AT THE LAKES: WALKING FORWARD, TOGETHER
At The Lakes, our commitment to Indigenous education continues to grow through celebration, student voice and meaningful action. Across our College, we are proud to honour culture, strengthen understanding and create opportunities for every student to feel a deep sense of belonging and pride. At The Lakes, Indigenous education is not a moment in time—it is part of who we are. Together, we are learning, growing and walking forward with respect, pride and purpose.
A NEW CHAPTER: INDIGENOUS UNIFORM LAUNCH In 2026, we proudly launched our Indigenous uniform items across both the Primary and Secondary Campuses. These were co-designed with Wurundjeri artist Peter Hood, alongside our Koori Group and parents/carers. The design reflects the flowing Plenty River and the strength of the River Red Gums —powerful symbols of connection, life and resilience on the land where our College stands. Importantly, these uniforms are for all students, creating a shared opportunity to celebrate culture and identity and allowing every learner to shine with pride.
NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK: “ALL IN” This year’s National Reconciliation Week theme, “All In,” called on all Australians to actively contribute to reconciliation every day—reminding us that reconciliation is not a spectator sport, but a shared responsibility. During this important week, we were thrilled to welcome back alumna Chloe Thompson, now an Indigenous leader at the Richmond Football Club. Chloe shared her inspiring journey and her role in choreographing the AFL Dreamtime Round dance, highlighting the power of cultural storytelling on a national stage.
Her message to our students was clear: being “all in” means embracing identity, using your voice and taking pride in who you are.
STUDENT VOICES: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY Our new Acknowledgement of Country video brings together the voices of students from Prep to Year 12. This powerful piece reflects not only respect for the wisdom of the past, but our ongoing responsibility to care for Country. It aligns beautifully with our whole-school commitment to embedding Indigenous perspectives in authentic ways— ensuring that honouring culture is something we live, not just say.
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