FIVE STORIES,
FIVE DAYS

9 – 13 NOVEMBER

Forever Stories is our annual week of storytelling. The project, previously known as First Nations Bedtime Stories, brings stories as old as time into homes and classrooms across the continent.

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Every year Common Ground works with different First Nations creatives and communities to film five stories. The films are shared online, and people come together to watch them and connect closely with our Education Resources over five days.

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2026

LATEST SERIES: SPINIFEX COUNTRY

This series has been directed by Noongar and Spinifex woman Tace Stevens, sharing stories from Spinifex Country.

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Spinifex History

Told by

Debbie Hansen

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Cultural Tools

Told by

Lydon Stevens

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Bush Tucker

Told by

Donna Marie Brown

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Storytelling

Told by

Shonna Jamieson

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Looking After Country

Told by

Ashley Franks

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Sign up for free and get access to our latest series, films and educational resources. Delivered straight to your inbox from 9–13 November, each story invites you to watch, learn, reflect and discover new perspectives, with resources to help you explore the ideas and experiences behind each film. If you can, consider donating to help us keep these stories accessible to more people.

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