In June 1838, approximately 28 Wirrayaraay people were massacred by a posse of 11 colonists at Myall Creek. Of the 11 men, seven would be the first people in Australian history to be executed for massacring First Nations peoples.
This learning resource includes information about the Myall Creek Massacre, including teaching and learning activities that you can incorporate into your secondary History program. This resource may be adapted for upper primary learners.