Yulunga means playing in the language of the Kamilaroi (Gamori) people of northwestern New South Wales. Suitable for preschool children, Yulunga can be used as an educational resource and as a guide to inclusive, structured sport within communities, developed by the Australian Sports Commission. 

Incorporating Indigenous resources into playspaces helps create a culturally rich and inclusive environment that fosters respect, learning, and connection to First Nations traditions. Here are some ways to modify playspaces meaningfully to incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander resources.

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is an annual event, held from May 27 to June 3, that encourages all Australians to learn about the nation's shared histories, cultures, and achievements. Reconciliation Australia has free print-ready National Reconciliation Posters to download; they are also mailing printed posters by request, and free posters will be available at Officeworks nationwide. 

A RAP, or Reconciliation Action Plan, is a formal framework designed to promote reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. It outlines practical actions to foster respectful relationships, create opportunities, and celebrate the rich cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The following article provides information on How To Develop A RAP, Examples of Initiatives To Include In A RAP, Creating A Reconciliation Action Plan, RAP Framework, Examples, and more. 

Here are several ideas for an outdoor experience that weaves together sustainability and Aboriginal perspectives/culture in a way that feels authentic, respectful, and engaging for young children.

NSW Early Childhood Education is inviting early childhood education and care (ECEC) services to engage with the Aboriginal Cultural Safety Framework in a 10-week program.