Farhat Shazad - Competition Entry 2023


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A joyful celebration of family and culture, the Welcome to Our Country series introduces First Nations history to children. From Australian of the Year Adam Goodes, co-writer Ellie Laing, and Barkindji illustrator David Hardy.
Welcome, children!
Nangga! Nangga! Yakarti!
Tonight will be our Ceremony.
Our family gathers as the fire burns.
The smoke rises up as we take it in turns . . .
Then clapsticks tap - one, two, three -
but a stick is missing! Where could it be?
Joyful and full of fun,
Ceremony invites you to celebrate the rich traditions of dance, family, community and caring for Country from the world's oldest continuous culture.
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Adam Goodes, an Andyamathanha and Norungga man born in Wallaroo, is one of Australian football’s most celebrated figures. He made his senior AFL debut in 1999, capturing the AFL Rising Star Award in his first season. Over the course of his remarkable career, Adam achieved nearly every accolade possible in the sport: he holds the games record with the Sydney Swans, is a dual Premiership player, and a two-time winner of the prestigious Brownlow Medal. His on-field excellence also includes four All-Australian selections, three Best and Fairest awards at club level, and the honour of captaining Australia in International Rules football. In addition, Adam was named to the AFL’s Indigenous Team of the Century. Beyond the field, he is widely respected for his leadership and advocacy, particularly his courageous stand against racism. In recognition of his impact both in sport and in the wider community, Adam was named Australian of the Year in 2014.
Adam Goodes, an Andyamathanha and Norungga man born in Wallaroo, is one of Australian football’s most celebrated figures. He made his senior AFL debut in 1999, capturing the AFL Rising Star Award in his first season. Over the course of his remarkable career, Adam achieved nearly every accolade possible in the sport: he holds the games record with the Sydney Swans, is a dual Premiership player, and a two-time winner of the prestigious Brownlow Medal. His on-field excellence also includes four All-Australian selections, three Best and Fairest awards at club level, and the honour of captaining Australia in International Rules football. In addition, Adam was named to the AFL’s Indigenous Team of the Century. Beyond the field, he is widely respected for his leadership and advocacy, particularly his courageous stand against racism. In recognition of his impact both in sport and in the wider community, Adam was named Australian of the Year in 2014.
Farhat Shazad - Competition Entry 2023