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Gladys believes assimilation will bring acceptance.
“We’re good Australians!” –
She idealizes British values and hopes for recognition.
“The Queen would be proud.”
She sees schooling as a path to a better future.
“Education is the key!”
She remains optimistic despite hardships.
“This is our chance to get ahead.”
She believes change is coming, despite ongoing discrimination.
“They can’t ignore us forever.”
Nan warns against blind optimism.
“Don’t you go thinking you’re as good as them.”
She rejects Gladys’ faith in the monarchy.
“The Queen won’t change a damn thing.”
Highlights past injustices.
“They take what they want and leave us with nothing.”
Reminds the younger generation of hardship.
“I know what it’s like to have nothing.”
Dismisses symbolic gestures of inclusion
“A bit of tea and cake won’t make things better.”
Dolly dreams of stability and belonging
“I just want a little house with a picket fence.”
Expresses her desire for a better life.
“I want more than this.”
Fears being trapped in a cycle of poverty.
“I don’t want to be stuck here forever.”
Challenges the idea that Aboriginal people can’t aspire to more.
“Can’t we have dreams too?”
Shows the painful clash between romantic ideals and reality.
“I thought Errol loved me.”
