Kumangka tuyunthi warri Kaurna warra – Together gather wind Kaurna word (Advanced Group)

In this six part series, we will gather together to learn more about the history and complexities of Kaurna language. Building on the knowledge you gained in Yalaka warra, this course will further enrich your confidence and knowledge of Kaurna language. Reflect on how Kaurna language helps to influence our pedagogy and practice and provide perspective to incorporate culture into your curriculum. 

Uncle Tamaru Smith is a Kaurna and Narrunga Elder and through his consultancy business ‘Deadly Mob’ provides Kaurna cultural knowledge and Kaurna language utilising the cultural authority of the Kaurna dictionary.

Links to Australian Professional Standards for Teachers

1.4 Strategies for teaching Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students 

1.3 Students with diverse linguistic, cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds 

2.4 Understand and respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to promote reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians

6.2 Engage in professional learning and improve practice

6 session course (includes role play to practice)

9:30am - 11:30am

Session 1: Thursday 25th of February 2027

Session 2: Thursday  4th of March 2027

Session 3: Thursday 11th of March 2027

Session 4: Thursday 18th of March 2027

Session 5: Thursday  25th of March 2027

Session 6: Thursday 4th of April 2027

Please note: Gowrie SA is moving forward in our journey in Reconciliation. Our Aboriginal and Zenadth Kes Reference Group have made a mutual decision to utilise Kaurna Warrapiipa as our language governance. We have commenced a process of transition as of 15th June 2026. Gowrie SA apologises for any confusion if there are any discrepancies during the transition process.