Gadigal Life in Warrane Before 1770
Exploring Aboriginal life before European arrival Year 4 History - NSW
What is 'Country' to Aboriginal Peoples?
Think about your connection to your home What makes a place special to you? How do you care for special places?
Connection to Country
Land - provides food, shelter, and medicine Water - essential for life and travel Sky - guides seasons and ceremonies Family, language, and culture shape identity
True or False Activity
Land, water and sky Country are important to Aboriginal Peoples Aboriginal Peoples manage the land responsibly and sustainably Language is not a connection to Country
Sydney Harbour - Then and Now
The Eora Nation
Sydney area was home to the Eora nation Gadigal people lived on the southern shore Cammeraygal people lived on the northern shore Wangal people lived along the Parramatta River
Warrane - The Aboriginal Name for Sydney Cove
Warrane was the Gadigal name for Sydney Cove Perfect natural harbour for fishing Protected from ocean storms Fresh water streams nearby
Finding Evidence from the Past
"Because it was such a long time ago, there were no cameras to record what life was like, so as historians, we must rely on other sources of evidence such as drawings, paintings, archaeological sites, or stories passed down over generations."
Evidence of Gadigal Life
Living in harmony with waterways Using bark canoes for fishing and travel Gathering around fires for cooking Working together as a community
Life in Warrane Before 1770
Gadigal people lived sustainably for thousands of years They managed the land responsibly Community life centered around waterways Rich culture connected to Country Peaceful harmony with nature