Page 4118 - Week 11 - Thursday, 21 September 2017
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The directorate has also developed a strong focus on developing understanding around the importance of cultural integrity to build on the positive outcomes already occurring. Schools are working on how to better support students by building environments of cultural integrity, focusing on relationships, celebration, learning and high expectations. This direction is supported by consultation, data analysis and a review of best practice in the national and international literature.
Schools will embed whole-school approaches to cultural integrity by engaging and developing relationships with students, families and the community; celebrating and promoting the success of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students; and including curriculum and programs relevant to students so that they can see themselves in their learning.
The directorate will continue to consult with the local community through a new Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education advisory group and the education representative on the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elected Body. The directorate’s relationship with stakeholders and ongoing engagement and consultation have enhanced the directorate’s knowledge and understanding of matters of importance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families. This year has been important for understanding our strengths and determining how we will address the challenges.
I look forward to continuing to drive innovative and evidence-based initiatives to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. I am pleased to present this report.
Veterans
Discussion of matter of public importance
MR ASSISTANT SPEAKER: Madam Speaker has received letters from Ms Cheyne, Ms Cody, Mrs Dunne, Mr Hanson, Ms Lawder, Ms Lee, Ms Orr, Mr Parton, Mr Steel and Mr Wall proposing that matters of public importance be submitted to the Assembly. In accordance with standing order 79, Madam Speaker has determined that the matter proposed by Mr Hanson be submitted to the Assembly, namely:
The importance of veterans in the ACT community.
MR HANSON (Murrumbidgee) (3.46): I am very pleased to raise the importance of veterans in the ACT community because, although we are not regarded as a garrison town in the way that Darwin and Townsville are, Canberra is home to a very high number of service personnel and veterans and their families. It is therefore appropriate that this Assembly recognise the important roles they all play in our community.
At the outset may I say how pleased I am with the way the minister for veterans affairs is approaching this portfolio. I am glad that we have been able to put aside the unfortunate start made earlier this year by Ms Cody that threatened what should be a bipartisan approach, and I can now assure the veterans community that a more adult and sympathetic approach is being taken by the minister. I thank him for that.
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