Traditions In Aust

Question 1

Welcome country

Answer 1

A cultural practice performed by an aboriginal or Torres strait islander custodian of the local region, welcoming visitors to their traditional land

Question 2

Welcome country is traditionally performed to ensure

Answer 2

Visitors had a safe and protected journey during their time on that land

Question 3

A welcome country can take place through many forms including

Answer 3

Songs, dances, smoking ceremonies or speeches in traditional language or English

Question 4

a welcome country is usually the first

Answer 4

The first item of proceedings to an open event

Question 5

An acknowledgement of country is an opportunity

Answer 5

To recognize that the gathering is on aboriginal or Torres strait islander land, pay respect to traditional custodians, particularly elders past and present and pay respect to aboriginal and Torres strait islander people in attendance

Question 6

An acknowledgement of country is usually delivered as

Answer 6

Part of the welcome and housekeeping at meeting and events

Question 7

Who can deliver acknowledgement of country

Answer 7

Anyone, usually be done by chair or master of ceremonies