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Students, teachers and families learning about Aboriginal histories and cultures can find links to education websites and resources.
Aboriginal languages
Most of the estimated 250 Australian languages and 600 to 700 dialects are represented in the AIATSIS language holdings.
Government resources
The Attorney-General's Department (AGD) is the South Australian Government’s lead agency on Aboriginal affairs, providing engagement, support and advice for Aboriginal people and government. View AGDs Aboriginal affairs and reconciliation resources.
History and key events
Bringing them home
Bringing them home, Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission Report is a resource for students and teachers following the national inquiry into the separation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families.
Defining moments
The National Museum of Australia has information and resources about the defining moments of Aboriginal history.
This includes:
- National Apology to the Stolen Generations
- Uluru Statement from the Heart
- Mabo decision
- Myall Creek massacre.
Family history and records
- AIATSIS family history resources can help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people research their family history.
- State Records of South Australia – Aboriginal families has an extensive database relating to Aboriginal history and records. It also offers services to help Aboriginal people access information about themselves and their families.
News and community
Koori Mail is Australia's fortnightly national indigenous newspaper with the latest Aboriginal news. Students and members of the community can read and submit stories.
Libraries and museums
- The Australian Museum – cultural collections has information on Aboriginal and other cultures, stories of the Dreaming, and background on indigenous communities in Australia.
- The State Library of South Australia – indigenous collections and services provides background on Aboriginal cultures and histories, information on the library's research and advice services, resource materials and links to external Aboriginal sites.
