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Wonderful video made by young remote students in the red desert!
“Nana, nana, nana, dig..” We were sent this lovely video made by students in the remote community of Warakurna in WA. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
Thanks from the Northern Territory Library
The Northern Territory Library thanked HAR for the Honey Ant Readers in the different languages, saying: “They are now part of our collection. I went onto your website and am so pleased that you have done as much as you have. You must be so proud at what you have achieved. I can only commend…
HAR Launch in Shepparton with the Hon. Jeanette Powell
In her speech at the HAR launch in Shepparton, the Hon. Jeanette Powell, Minister for Local Government and Aboriginal affairs, was very enthusiastic about the HAR resources and congratulated us on what they are achieving for Aboriginal literacy. Marg spoke about the common threads through traditional stories across the country, how important it is…
Shepparton Library HAR Launch!
Elders Aunty Irene and Aunty Kella gave Marg a very warm welcome to the HAR launch in Shepparton library today. The 3 ladies enjoyed a few animated hours together, discussing Aboriginal education, languages and books. A wonderful, invaluable time of sharing ideas, knowledge and friendship. Thank you to the community for making the launch such…
Weekend Recording Session for HAR Song and Rhyme Book
Rosie spent much of her weekend singing HAR songs – and several rhymes that she has put to music for us – while helping out as co-producer in the HAR Song and Rhyme project.
Recording Session for HAR Song and Rhyme Book
Another busy, productive, exhilarating day at Returnagain Studios recording songs for the HAR Song and Rhyme book. In the photo, Tim Butler playing his composition for “Suzie’s cousin’. He’s also written, sung and played some great music for a few of our other rhymes. Thanks Tim!
Shepparton Library launch
The Honey Ant Readers are being launched in Shepparton Library on December 3rd at 9.30am. Aunty Kella will give a welcome to country and the Hon Jeanette Powell, the Victorian Minister of Aboriginal affairs and Minister for Local Government, will unveil the collection. Author, Margaret James, will be speaking. All welcome! 41-42 Marungi Street, Shepparton…
2014 Calendars update
We’ve had lots of queries about the calendars. Yes, we are happy to send them overseas. Please email info@honeyant.com.au for postage rates. Thank you all for your interest and support. Kathy Mason (Kelani design) and Wendy Paterson (Illustrator) have done a terrific job in supporting Margaret James with the art work. Thank you again, ladies!
Marg gets behind the microphone.
HAR wishes to thank The Fairfax family and the Association of Independent Schools, NT, for their invaluable assistance with this recording project. THANK YOU for making this possible. It is a resource we have frequently been asked to produce and will be used in teaching Standard English to speakers of Aboriginal English and traditional Aboriginal…