Games

Indigenous Traditional Games

The geography of Australia, the weather, and the nature of the societies that existed here, have ensured an important place for sport. Traditional Aboriginal societies had a rich diversity of games and pastimes.

There is very little left of the traditional games, even in isolated areas where some degree of traditional lifestyle may still exist. These games and sports are worth preserving and efforts need to be made to encourage people to play and understand them.

Traditional games provide the opportunity to learn about, appreciate and experience aspects of Aboriginal culture. They also provide essential training in social interaction.

It is possible to include traditional games in classroom lessons, outdoor education and adventure activities, physical education classes and sport education activities.