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Traditionally, what was a Welcome to Country meant to give visitors?
- aThe legal right to vote in local council elections
- bA safe journey through the land of the local peopleCorrect answer
- cA certificate of citizenship from the local elders
- dPermission to buy and farm land in the local area
Why?
In the past, the local custodians welcomed visitors to their land and wished them a safe journey through it. Today the ceremony still shows this welcome and respect.
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What does an Acknowledgement of Country do?Correct answer:It shows respect for the Traditional Custodians of the land
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