The Cause

Aboriginal Children's Advancement Society

KIRINARI (A Place of Learning)

KIRINARI SYLVANIA HEIGHTS

Kirinari, an Aboriginal word meaning “place of learning” stands on 2½ acres adjacent to a golf course and just off Highway One.

The hostel provides accommodation for high school students of Aboriginal descent. Provision is made for study areas, cultural resources, art, dressmaking, music and computer facilities.

Kirinari was the first major attempt to provide a real alternative to neglectful environments, lack of educational and employment opportunities.

The students, male and female, attend Gymea High School and are supported by Aboriginal Education Assistant Sandra Blackburn who makes every effort to make the transition from the country school to Gymea easy for the students and she is eagerly sought after by all the students for her help and encouragement.

Kirinari students have been good achievers at the school. Some have been elected prefects and others have been prominent in sport and other school activities.