Indigenous Australia Crossword

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Across
  1. 4. An Aboriginal ceremonial meeting or dance
  2. 6. Multi-purpose wooden vessel used for carrying water, food, or babies
  3. 7. A term that includes the land, waterways, sky and spiritual connections of a language group
  4. 12. Large, predatory lizard found in the bush
  5. 13. Aboriginal creation time
  6. 15. The ancient, unwritten laws, traditions, and customs passed down by ancestors
Down
  1. 1. Ancient wind instrument traditionally made from a hollowed tree trunk or branch
  2. 2. Annual Australian week long celebration recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples history, culture, and achievements
  3. 3. An isolated pond left behind when a river changes its course
  4. 5. Curved, flat wooden tool invented by Aboriginal Australians
  5. 7. Traditional percussion instrument used to maintain rhythm for song, dances, and ceremonies
  6. 8. Natural object, plant, or animal that is a spiritual emblem
  7. 9. To share stories, or have a long, meaningful conversation
  8. 10. Natural clay earth pigment used in traditional art and ceremonies
  9. 11. word meaning fantastic, awesome, or excellent
  10. 14. A respected community member who holds traditional knowledge and lore
  11. 16. A large, flightless bird native to Australia