Tamworth South Public School was over run by smiling faces and laughter on Friday morning as a huge crowd rolled in for the final Yulunga Games.
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The traditional Indigenous Games day is not only about getting the kids active, but also about “a new form of engagement” according to organiser Joe Craigie.
“The kids are active, they are learning, and they are engaging with the school and the community, as well as guest speakers like the police,” he said.
“We have also had lots of parents volunteering time to come and help, and it is about them engaging with the school about something fun, not about issues.”
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With a 7am start the program was initially “only expecting eight to ten kids on the first day”, but instead were overwhelmed with 83 students and 15 parents.
The modified games use hoops and tennis ball throwers to mimic traditional hunting activities, as well as bats and balls for traditional indigenous games, which is then followed by a breakfast and hygiene and health lesson.
The program has also included traditional language and didgeridoo making and playing sessions.
“I really want to congratulate the school and staff for trying an innovative program like this,” Mr Craigie said.
