Tutor: Dan Feehely
We will investigate 200 years of Queensland's history of colonial occupation, exploring the actions of settlers, colonists and modern Queenslanders in response to the presence of First Nations people, especially around Brisbane. We look at the times before 1824, the period of early contact, the removals of the late 19th century, and the response to growing First Nations recovery during the 20th century. Our purpose is to better understand where things sit today through critiquing what has been done in the past. We will operate through formal lessons, examination of documents, mini-lectures and group discussion.
Venue: 288 Edward St
Monday 1.00pm - 2.30pm. 12th Oct, then fortnightly after that 19th Oct, 2nd, 16th & 30th Nov. Classes start 12 October, finish 7 December.
Cost: $25 (prepaid), 5 weeks
Current Enrolments: 16 (maximum 35)
First week of course will be Monday, 12 Oct at 1.00pm, the second week of class will be the following week on Monday 19 Oct at 11.00am, and then fortnightly (2 Nov, 16 Nov and 30 Nov) all at 11:00am.
About the Tutor: Dan Feehely
I have taught Humanities - mainly History, Ancient and Modern - for 30 years in High Schools in 4 countries. I engaged in Aboriginal education from early in my career which led me to a life-long interest in Australia’s First Nations peoples role in our history. We will examine the European- Australian laws of the time in relation to First Nations' land ownership and its implications on issues faced in modern Australia. The course will provide the opportunity to sift through the evidence to arrive at your own conclusion.If you are a U3A Brisbane member you may enrol in this class online using the Enrol button below. You will be asked to provide your membership number and name for identification.
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