Here are some acrostic poems written by students about harmony day and what it means to them.

Harmony day is on 21 March and is About everyones culture and cultural diversity Remember that everyone belongs and matters Memories of the first Harmony Day in 1999 On this special day recognising the traditional owners National day-over 25 000 activities and events You can get involved in some of the events Department of Immigration and Communities started and still organises this day Although we are different, we can celebrate our similarities You can make a difference. By Mariska , Aged 9 Victoria Park SS Mackay

IN HARMONY by Lindsay

Year 3 MacKillop Catholic Primary School

I Incredible people come to our land N No fighting appeals to us H How my heart will praise when A All people are together and trust one another R Remember, if someone is new M Members of society be friends and let them join the crew O Of every friend you meet, make them feel welcome old and new N No one can control how you make friends, only you can decide Y You can create a better world

Harmony- what does it mean to me? About everyones culture and diversity Remember that everyone matters and belongs Memories of the first rights from wrongs Our traditional owners celebrated National day- no-one is second rated You understand everyone is unique today Different, not the same in any way Altogether we can make a stand You and I go hand in hand. By Mariska , Aged 9 Victoria Park SS Mackay

IN HARMONY by Bradman

Year 3 MacKillop Catholic Primary School

I Indigenous people are special N Natives of our land H Hundreds of cultures within our community A All Australians are different R Rainbows of colours M Many people live here and never want to leave O Our home is surrounded by sea N New people come here every day Y Years pass but we must all still get along

IN HARMONY by Dawson

Year 3 MacKillop Catholic Primary School

I Incredible Australia N Nation of people from all around the world H Happy people of the world A All working together R Restoring happiness in our community M Much happiness in everyone O Options of goodness and fairness N Nothing is strong enough to break our nation apart Y Youngsters all play together and have fun