Noongar Water Wisdom and Care
Learning from First Nations People How Aboriginal People Care for Water in Perth
Meet the Noongar People
First Nations people of Perth Lived here for thousands of years Know special ways to find and care for water Still share their knowledge today
The Waugal - Rainbow Serpent
Special water spirit that protects all water Looks like a giant rainbow snake Lives in rivers, lakes and underground Teaches people to respect water
Why is Water Special?
Think about all the ways you use water every day What would happen if we didn't have clean water?
How Noongar People Use Water
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Water Detective Game
Look for clues that show where water might be hiding Watch where birds fly - they know where water is! Look for green plants - they need water to grow Listen for trickling sounds
Clever Ways to Find Water
Follow birds and bees - they visit water daily Dig in sandy creek beds Look for special rocks that hold water Use bark containers to carry water
Noongar Water Wisdom
If the water is healthy, the land and people are healthy too
How We Can Help Care for Water
Turn off taps when not using water Keep rubbish away from rivers and lakes Learn from Noongar people's wisdom Respect water as something precious and alive
Remember: Water is Life
Noongar people teach us water is sacred The Waugal protects all water sources We must respect and care for water Every drop is precious and important