Aboriginal People

The Aboriginal people were the first Australians and Owners of the land. As Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people were traditionally gatherers and hunters, they had a very strong relationship with the land. They are also deeply spiritual, value community life strongly and revere their ancestors. Therefore, elders were usually the decision makers. Different tribes used to move around searching for food and water, but always respected the land and resources it provided. They have sacred sites and maintained their beliefs and culture through ceremonies which incorporated music, singing, dancing and body painting. They have a very old culture, and traditions have been passed on through generations (Open Colleges, 2015).
After colonisation,