Blak House (Deadlies) exists to honour culture, strengthen identity, and ensure wellbeing through connection. It is a place where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can feel safe, seen, and respected — rich in pride, and supported by both staff and peers.

At the heart of Blak House is belonging. It serves as a cultural hub within the school — a space where culture is not peripheral but central. Here, students are empowered to express their heritage openly and confidently, knowing their voices, stories, and traditions are valued.

Blak House nurtures connection: connection to mob, to school, and to the wider community. Through shared experiences, cultural gatherings, mentoring, and celebration of Country, students strengthen relationships that sustain both individual wellbeing and collective strength.

We recognise that cultural identity is a journey. Blak House supports students as they explore, deepen, and affirm their identity — learning language, engaging with Elders, participating in cultural practices, and understanding the histories and contributions of First Nations peoples.

Through facilitating cultural experiences and creating opportunities for leadership, Blak House ensures that culture is lived, shared, and celebrated. Students leave with a strong sense of who they are, where they come from, and the confidence to walk proudly in both worlds.