Tiwi Girl and Other Stories

Name: Tiwi Girl and Other Stories
Brand: Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd
SKU: 9781923456914
Price: 17.99 NZD
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By Tiwi College Alalinguwi Jarrakarlinga

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Tiwi Girl is the story of Mia, an ordinary girl living at Purnalli outstation with her family. When she tries to fit in with the wrong kids at school, she ends up suspended. Mia's nanna tries to help her see what's best for her future... but... Read More

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Tiwi Girl is the story of Mia, an ordinary girl living at Purnalli outstation with her family. When she tries to fit in with the wrong kids at school, she ends up suspended. Mia's nanna tries to help her see what's best for her future... but will Mia take notice?

This edition also includes true-to-the-heart real-life stories from Tiwi teenagers, who share their hopes, dreams, heroes, and goals for the future.

Enjoy reading Tiwi Girl and Other Stories - hopefully one day you will make it to Tiwi, where you can enjoy their Country and the people who are full of wisdom, generosity, and love for everyone. - Shelley Ware, ILF Ambassador

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781923456914

Publisher: Indigenous Literacy Foundation

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 March 2026

Country: Australia

Imprint: Indigenous Literacy Foundation

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 80

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Tiwi College Alalinguwi Jarrakarlinga

About the Author

A total of 20 Tiwi College senior students Tiwi Girl, supported by mentor Alison Lester. Nine students, supported by mentors Dr Anita Heiss and mentor Pamela Freeman, contributed to Ngingingawila Ngirramini / Our Story. Teachers Ebonie Humbert and Tictac Moore supported both workshops.

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