03 Apr 2017
A Dubbo College student has been recognised at this year's Nanga Mai Awards for outstanding achievement in performing, creative and visual arts.
Year 11 dancer Ngali Shaw is one of 17 students recognised as part of the awards that celebrate innovation, excellence and achievement in Aboriginal education within NSW public schools and school communities.
Ngali achieved a number of performing arts accolades in 2016, including being awarded Central Western electorate Indigenous student of the year for his hard work and dedication to Aboriginal culture and community.
He achieved outstanding results in performing arts events including Dubbo NAIDOC Day and the Dubbo and Wellington eisteddfods.
Ngali also performed at the Sydney Opera House and University of Sydney, as well as co-hosting the regional Wudhagargarra awards in Dubbo.
In addition, he has been involved in the Rekindling program and other school collaborations with the Bangarra Aboriginal Dance Company, as well as taking part in the NAISDA Garabara Ngurra dance camp.
"As well as his obvious talent, Ngali shows leadership skills, dedication and persistence to strive to be the best he can be," Dubbo College executive principal Stacey Exner said.
."He is a fantastic role model for other students, always showing them that anything is possible if you work hard and give it a go."
Department executive director of Aboriginal education Michele Hall said the Nanga Mai award was a great achievement by Ngali and she offered him her warmest congratulations.
The annual Nanga Mai Awards are supported by the Aboriginal Education Council. The word Nanga Mai is an Eora (Sydney) word meaning to dream.