HOME»Resources»Resource Topics»Dust Echoes

Dust Echoes

Mermaid Story (Video)

One of twelve ancient Dreaming stories, each story uniquely interpreted by contemporary animators, musicians, artists, writers and actors. It tells the story of a man who leaves his camp for an underwater life with mermaid spirits before realising he is loved by his family and should return home. It explores the themes of belonging, family and country.

To access this content, you must purchase Medium annual school subscription, Professional Development Learning Hours, Individual subscription, Large annual school subscription or Small annual school subscription, or log in if you are a member.

SUBSCRIBE FOR ACCESS

Spear (Video)

One of twelve ancient Dreaming stories, each story uniquely interpreted by contemporary animators, musicians, artists, writers and actors. In the story, a witchdoctor-man envies a man’s magic spear. When he tries to take magic and power for himself, he learns the lessons of forgiveness and humility.

SUBSCRIBE FOR ACCESS

The Wagalak Sisters (Video)

One of twelve ancient Dreaming stories, each story uniquely interpreted by contemporary animators, musicians, artists, writers and actors. It tells the story of creation sisters called the Wagalak sisters, who created the landscape with sacred ornaments and power objects that they kept in their dilly bags. The story shows how nature turns against them because they lose control of their power.

SUBSCRIBE FOR ACCESS

Whirlpool (Video)

One of twelve ancient Dreaming stories, each story uniquely interpreted by contemporary animators, musicians, artists, writers and actors. In the story, a group of Aboriginal people are pursued by their enemy neighbours. The story reminds Aboriginal people to take caution and be respectful of sacred places like rivers.

SUBSCRIBE FOR ACCESS

Namorrodor (Video)

One of twelve ancient Dreaming stories, each story uniquely interpreted by contemporary animators, musicians, artists, writers and actors. It tells of a terrifying spirit named Namorrodor and teaches people to beware of dangers around the campfire at night.

SUBSCRIBE FOR ACCESS

Morning Star (Video)

One of twelve ancient Dreaming stories, each story uniquely interpreted by contemporary animators, musicians, artists, writers and actors. This story explores the different stages of Aboriginal funeral ceremonies.

SUBSCRIBE FOR ACCESS

The Mimis (Video)

One of twelve ancient Dreaming stories, each story uniquely interpreted by contemporary animators, musicians, artists, writers and actors. It tells of a young boy who is unsure of his identity and is taken by the joyful mimi spirits to their underworld. The message of this story is that we shouldn’t try to be something or someone we aren’t.

SUBSCRIBE FOR ACCESS

The Curse (Video)

One of twelve ancient Dreaming stories, each story uniquely interpreted by contemporary animators, musicians, artists, writers and actors. It tells of good magic triumphing over bad magic, the power of medicine, and the knowledge of Elders. The message of this story is about protecting yourself from harm and staying safe.

Brolga Song (Video)

One of twelve ancient Dreaming stories, each story uniquely interpreted by contemporary animators, musicians, artists, writers and actors. It tells of a man’s search for his dreaming-fathers in the native animals. This story explores the themes of culture and one’s place in Aboriginal society.
Read More

SUBSCRIBE FOR ACCESS

The Be (Video)

One of twelve ancient Dreaming stories, with each story uniquely interpreted by contemporary animators, musicians, artists, writers and actors. It explores kinship and identification with a community through language, song and dance.