Download or read book Uluru written by Caroline Arnold and published by StarWalk Kids Media. This book was released on 2014-06-30 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the middle of the Australian continent, a huge sandstone rock rises more than a thousand feet from the flat desert floor. Formerly known as Ayers Rock, this imposing landmark is now called Uluru, the name given to it by the Anangu, the Aboriginal people who live on the land around it. A site of ongoing geological processes and exceptional beauty, it is unlike any other place in the world.
Download or read book Return to Uluru written by Mark McKenna and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-08-09 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Return to Uluru explores the cold case that strikes at the heart of Australia’s white supremacy—the death of an Aboriginal man in 1934; the iconic life of a white, "outback" police officer; and the continent's most sacred and mysterious landmark. Inside Cardboard Box 39 at the South Australian Museum’s storage facility lies the forgotten skull of an Aboriginal man who died eighty-five years before. His misspelled name is etched on the crown, but the many bones in boxes around him remain unidentified. Who was Yokununna, and how did he die? His story reveals the layered, exploitative white Australian mindset that has long rendered Aboriginal reality all but invisible. When policeman Bill McKinnon’s Aboriginal prisoners escape in 1934, he’s determined to get them back. Tracking them across the so called "dead heart" of the country, he finds the men at Uluru, a sacred rock formation. What exactly happened there remained a mystery, even after a Commonwealth inquiry. But Mark McKenna’s research uncovers new evidence, getting closer to the truth, revealing glimpses of indigenous life, and demonstrating the importance of this case today. Using McKinnon’s private journal entries, McKenna paints a picture of the police officer's life to better understand how white Australians treat the center of the country and its inhabitants. Return to Uluru dives deeply into one cold case. But it also provides a searing indictment of the historical white supremacy still present in Australia—and has fascinating, illuminating parallels to the growing racial justice movements in the United States.
Download or read book Uluru written by Robert Layton and published by ISBS. This book was released on 2001 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This well-presented history of Uluru, the major centre of Aboriginal dreaming tracks, Begins with the traditional lives of the Yankuntjatjara and Pitjantjatjara peoples, and traces the changes they experienced by European contact. Includes recent developments in land rights, including the much- publicised land claim of the late 1970s.
Download or read book Uluru written by iMinds and published by iMinds Pty Ltd. This book was released on 2014-05-14 with total page 5 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn about the history of Uluru, also known as Ayres Rock, in Australia with iMinds Travel's insightful fast knowledge series. Uluru is the indigenous Australian name for an enormous rock formation found in central Australia. Made from sandstone, Uluru is a rock monolith or an 'island mountain', a formation that geologists refer to as a monadnock. It stands 318 m (986 ft) high and has a circumference of 8 km (5 miles). It is located 335 km (208 mi) south west of the nearest rural centre, the large town of Alice Springs. The site was first mapped by Europeans in 1872 during the construction of the Australian Overland Telegraph Line that linked the northern settlement of Darwin to Port Augusta in South Australia. Uluru was originally named Mount Olga by Ernest Giles. On a separate expedition in 1870, the explorer William Gosse renamed the formation Ayers Rock in honour of the Chief Secretary of South Australia, Sir Henry Ayers. The name was made official until 1992, when it was renamed Uluru/Ayers Rock as an official dual title, honouring both the European and Aboriginal names. Uluru is, as Ernest Giles referred to it in 1872, the world's "most remarkable pebble." iMinds will tell you the story behind the place with its innovative travel series, transporting the armchair traveller or getting you in the mood for discover on route to your destination. iMinds brings targeted knowledge to your eReading device with short information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind.
Download or read book Finding the Heart of the Nation written by Thomas Mayo and published by Hardie Grant Publishing. This book was released on 2019-10-01 with total page 425 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a book for all Australians. Since the Uluru Statement from the Heart was formed in 2017, Thomas Mayo has travelled around the country to promote its vision of a better future for Indigenous Australians. He’s visited communities big and small, often with the Uluru Statement canvas rolled up in a tube under his arm. Through the story of his own journey and interviews with 20 key people, Thomas taps into a deep sense of our shared humanity. The voices within these chapters make clear what the Uluru Statement is and why it is so important. And Thomas hopes you will be moved to join them, along with the growing movement of Australians who want to see substantive constitutional change. Thomas believes that we will only find the heart of our nation when the First peoples – the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders – are recognised with a representative Voice enshrined in the Australian Constitution. ‘Thomas’s compelling work is full of Australian Indigenous voices that should be heard. Read this book, listen to them, and take action.’ – Danny Glover, actor and humanitarian
Download or read book Uluru written by Martha London and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2020-12-15 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Australia, a large red rock rises from the flat, dry ground. Uluru looks at when and how this monolith formed and what the future looks like for the beautiful rock. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book Return to Uluru written by Mark McKenna and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-08-09 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "THIS WEEK'S HOTTEST NEW RELEASES: Murder befouls the outback... [A] gripping work of true crime." —USA TODAY Return to Uluru explores a cold case that strikes at the heart of white supremacy—the death of an Aboriginal man in 1934; the iconic life of a white, "outback" police officer; and the continent's most sacred and mysterious landmark. Inside Cardboard Box 39 at the South Australian Museum’s storage facility lies the forgotten skull of an Aboriginal man who died eighty-five years before. His misspelled name is etched on the crown, but the many bones in boxes around him remain unidentified. Who was Yokununna, and how did he die? His story reveals the layered, exploitative white Australian mindset that has long rendered Aboriginal reality all but invisible. When policeman Bill McKinnon’s Aboriginal prisoners escape in 1934, he’s determined to get them back. Tracking them across the so called "dead heart" of the country, he finds the men at Uluru, a sacred rock formation. What exactly happened there remained a mystery, even after a Commonwealth inquiry. But Mark McKenna’s research uncovers new evidence, getting closer to the truth, revealing glimpses of indigenous life, and demonstrating the importance of this case today. Using McKinnon’s private journal entries, McKenna paints a picture of the police officer's life to better understand how white Australians treat the center of the country and its inhabitants. Return to Uluru dives deeply into one cold case. But it also provides a searing indictment of the historical white supremacy still present in Australia—and has fascinating, illuminating parallels to the growing racial justice movements in the United States.
Download or read book Alice Springs to Uluru Ayers Rock Driving Guide written by Amanda Markham and published by Amanda Markham. This book was released on 2017-06-03 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only Alice Springs to Ayers Rock/Uluru travel guide you'll need! A complete driving guide to one of outback Australia's most iconic road trips through Australia's spectacular Red Center. For less than the price of a cup of coffee! Over 110 pages of information, maps, photos, sightseeing and trip planning advice, written by outback locals with over 20 years of experience living and working Australia's Red Center. -TWO complete, detailed driving itineraries (not just what's on the web) -Four original local/expert sightseeing itineraries of 5-10 days not published elsewhere -Uluru to Alice Springs itinerary plus extended side trips and options -Detailed sightseeing, accommodation, trip planning and preparation advice -Our detailed beginner's guide to vehicle preparation and packing guides, based on more than 20 years of living and working in Outback Australia Written by the people behind the number one travel website for the Australian outback, Travel Outback Australia, this guide will show you everything you need to know to plan your Ayers Rock- Alice Springs outback trip of a lifetime.
Download or read book Kakadu Uluru Kata Tjuta and more written by Ellen Millen and published by Redback Publishing. This book was released on 2017-10-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kakadu and Uluru draw tourists to Australia from around the world. Their ancient histories, unique wildlife and wilderness landscapes captivate anyone who visits them. The Hamelin Pool, and the desert and coastal national parks are also World Heritage locations that Australians treasure. Find out how these are being conserved for future generations, and what the threats are to their continued preservation. ABOUT THE WORLD HERITAGE SITES IN AUSTRALIA SERIES The titles in World Heritage Sites in Australia cover magnificent natural locations, precious historic buildings and places that contain rare archaeological remains. Australians treasure their heritage sites, and this series reveals where each site is located and what makes it so special. Find out how UNESCO chooses World Heritage Sites, and what listings mean for the countries involved. Included in this series are sections on Indigenous culture, sustainability, environmental management and the importance of place, all of which will support the Australian Curriculum for primary schools.
Download or read book Everything You Need to Know about the Uluru Statement from the Heart written by Megan Davis and published by . This book was released on 2021-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Uluru Rising written by Jeff Todd and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2011-10-24 with total page 477 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What happens when an alien probe strikes the earth in the Arizona desert? What happens when rock hounds, college students, and the US Army confront this probe? What happens when religious zealots trek to the alien with hopes for salvation? An Australian shaman foresees that the Earth will change. And he sees that Uluru will rise. Can humankind adapt? Or must they resist? Down under, the Earth is carved until the land itself becomes a weapon. Can we handle a second invasion? A team of American scientists and soldiers work to understand then protect us from what they find. Like termites in search of their next meal, humans must address their limitations in a world gone mad. Uluru will rise.
Download or read book Mingkiri written by Edith Richards and published by Iad Press. This book was released on 1996 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to the habits of the animals and plants based on a recent fauna survey of Uluru-Kata National Park including a list of Anagu names and pronunciation guide.
Download or read book I Am Uluru written by Jen Cowley and published by . This book was released on 2018-12-19 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historical account from the personal perspective of the Uluru Family, of the Anangu people of the Central and Western Desert regions of Australia.
Download or read book The Uluru Adventure written by Doreen Slinkard and published by Strategic Book Publishing. This book was released on 2012-10-01 with total page 45 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Wicky Wacky Farm family takes a holiday into the centre of Australia in the fun new children's book The Uluru Adventure: Wicky Wacky Farm Series Book 4. Mother Dora, father Wally, and their children, Donny and Lulu, join some friends when they visit the scenic Outback at Uluru. They have a fun time meeting all the people and animals living in such a different place and they learn about their much different lifestyle. Everyone gets to see world-famous events and icons at this special place in the heart of Australia. At the very end of the holiday, under a full moon, the children sneak off during the night to meet with the Aboriginal spirit of Uluru. Or was their meeting just a dream? Find out for yourself in the wonderfully entertaining The Uluru Adventure.
Download or read book Storm Over Uluru the Greatest Hoax of All written by Peter B. English and published by Veritas Books (IE). This book was released on 1986 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Journalistic discussion of role of NT and Federal Governments in Uluru handover; argues Jankuntjatjara tribe is sole traditional owner; uses material of T. Strehlow in discussing mythology.
Download or read book Uluru Ayers Rock National Park and Lake Amadeus Luritja Land Claim written by Australia. Office of the Aboriginal Land Commissioner and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History of claim area; identification of traditional owners for each estate; principle of ambilineal descent accepted; patterns of land use; inheritance and religious affiliation discussed.
Download or read book The OO in Uluru written by Judith Barker and published by Woodslane Press. This book was released on 2023-05-01 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the story of the OO. An amusing sound for all of you. The OO in Uluru is a fun Australian-themed phoneme story that teaches young readers about the vowel sound OO and where they can find it in different words. Beautifully illustrated by Janie Frith, the rich colours and vibrant use of multi-media enhance the magical experience of the Red Centre. The book explores many arid environments and introduces children to many of the creatures that live there. This first book from Judith and Janie won a 2019 Book of the Year award from Speech Pathology Australia.
