1	Welcome to the acas-kirinari slide show A slide show explaining the objects and achievements of Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society A charity working towards reconciliation since 1963 Encouraging Aboriginal children to Learn to Earn
2	ACAS Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society Founders of the Kirinari Aboriginal Student Hostels
3	KIRINARI “Place of Learning”
4	Introduction Kirinari, at Sylvania Heights, a suburb of Sydney, New South Wales is the name of the first hostel for Aboriginal students.
5	A New Start Kirinari Sylvania was opened on National Aborigines Day 7 July 1967 by the New South Wales Governor Sir Roden Cutler VC. The tiled mural on the front wall depicts Aboriginal art existent in the Sutherland Shire
6	Kirinari Sylvania
7	Progress During 1968 the hostel was extended and 22 students and apprentices were in residence to begin the 1969 school year.
8	Bert Groves Wing During the seventies a third section was added to Kirinari Sylvania. This wing doubled the capacity of the hostel.
9	In memory of a truly great man A returned serviceman and Honorary Rotarian, Herbert Stanley Groves was a tireless worker for the rights of his people. The Bert Groves Wing at Kirinari Sylvania is named in his honour.
10	A period of expansion The second Kirinari was opened at Garden Suburb, a southern suburb of Newcastle. This hostel accommodates 13 students.
11	First Aboriginal in Federal Parliament The foundation plaque of Kirinari Garden Suburb was unveiled by Senator Neville Bonner
12	The SHED Andrew Roberts is seen here making adjustments to the wood-turning lathe in the Students’ Handicraft and Exercise Den at Kirinari Garden Suburb.
13	Talented Student Program Supported in her Traditional Dance and Ballet training by the Talented Student Program, Ella Havelka is headed for stardom.
14	Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society
15	ACAS Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society Established in February 1963, Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society is managed by a Board of Directors. The Directors bring a wealth of knowledge of Aboriginal affairs and customs.
16	Directors Ivan Simon PSM is the President of Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society. He is a Sutherland Shire resident and is prominent in Aboriginal affairs.
17	Directors Chris Mumbulla was the first employee of ACAS. An ATSIC Councilor, her contribution to the Society as a Director is invaluable.
18	Directors Ann Cribb, former Aboriginal Education Assistant at Gymea Technological High School Hazel Wilson, Founder of Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society William Langan, Treasurer Stuart Hills June Riemer, Vice President
19	Administration Frank Gorrel, a foundation member of ACAS is the General Secretary. He is a member of the Fundraising Institute of Australia.
20	You can help Enable ACAS to continue its work by sending your donation to: The General Secretary Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society PO Box 277 SUTHERLAND NSW 1499 Donations to ACAS are tax deductible. ABN 78 002 677 581 DGR:596 CFN 13448
21	Ways you can help Become a regular donor. Make your contribution to the advancement and education of Aboriginal students by forming a Donors Club. Join the Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society. Annual Membership $5.50 incl. GST
22	Your Bequest Although Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society acknowledges the right of the benefactor to give and/or bequeath according to his or her own nature the following is issued as directed by the Society’s honorary solicitor.
23	Form of Bequest “I give to Aboriginal Children’s Advancement Society ABN 78 003 677 581 the sum of $..................... or the estate free from all duties thereon for the general purposes of the Society and I declare that the receipt of the Society shall be a full and sufficient discharge of the bequest.”
24	Interested? For more information go to www.kirinari.com www.acas.org.au How to make a donation Phone Frank Gorrel (02) 9522 6241 to discuss your concerns or intentions.