About this series
Wendy Notley is the songwriter and producer of the Aunty Wendys Mob CD happy to be me.
Wendy is a non-Aboriginal early childhood trained teacher. Her work
with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children began in 1990 at
Murawina Child Care Centre in Eveleigh Street, Redfern in 1990 and is the inspiration for Aunty Wendy's Mob.
The songs on the happy to be me CD by Aunty Wendy's Mob
are for all children to enjoy, and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander cultures while educating all children in a fun and
playful way. The songs on the happy to be me CD
express the joy and pride that lives strong in Aboriginal children and
reflect contemporary interests and life experiences that all children
can relate to.
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Aboriginal language groups are included in the lyrics. Wendy received
permission to include the Aboriginal language names and words that are
in the lyrics of her songs.
Great care was taken to follow correct protocols regarding Aboriginal cultures in the development of these resources.
"Wendy,
or Aunty Wendy as she is known, is respected throughout NSW communities
for her understanding of Aboriginal culture and the sensitive approach
she uses in all of her community consultations" - NSW Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander early Childhood Sector Advisory Group.
Wendy presents her songs at preschools and schools throughout Australia.
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