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Nationwide Events

NAIDOC Week

NAIDOC Week

NAIDOC Week

DATE: 

each July

LOCATION: 

In every state.



NAIDOC stands for ‘National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee’. and NAIDOC Week is a celebration of the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. NAIDOC Week isn't just for our Indigenous communities, it's for all Australians from all walks of life. NAIDOC Week is a great opportunity to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and participate in a range of activities.

This year's theme is "Because of her, we can" which is dedicated to all the Indigenous women who've made a difference and inspired others.



09 Jul 2018

Devil's Pool
Devil's Pool

Devil's Pool is a natural pool in a treacherous stretch of Babinda Creek (Qlnd) which holds a sinister centuries-old Aboriginal history.

Pet Friendly Holidays
Pet Friendly Holidays

More and more hotels & campsites are becoming pet friendly, including holiday parks and B&Bs, boutique properties and luxury hotels.

The Twelve Apostles
The Twelve Apostles

The 12 Apostles is one of the most visited natural sites in Australia and this coastline is responsible for the sinking of up to eighty vessels.

Bushfires Australia - Plan & Act
Bushfires Australia - Plan & Act

It is ALWAYS a good idea for you to develop a written bushfire survival plan when traveling around Australia.

Quokkas: Australia's Adorable Marsupials
Quokkas: Australia's Adorable Marsupials

Quokkas, endearingly known as the happiest animals on Earth, are small marsupials native to Australia, celebrated for their friendly demeanor and photogenic appeal. Their popularity has surged, especially on social media, due to their approachable nature and charming smiles.

 What is the Makarrata Commission
What is the Makarrata Commission

The Australian government announced the formation of a Makarrata Commission to oversee the implementation of the Uluru Statement from the Heart.

Indigenous dancers strike a pose during the Homeground festival - a major annual celebration of aboriginal culture.
The Missing Treaty

The Māori people of New Zealand successfully secured a treaty with the British government in 1840, while Australia's Aboriginal population did not, leading to discussion of why this difference exists.

Bondi Beach shooting: Community shattered, Nation united
Bondi Beach shooting: Community shattered, Nation united

An unbiased account of the Bondi Beach shooting & how Australia responded.

25 Facts About Australia
25 Facts About Australia

How much do you know about Australia? It's a place with a colourful history, present and future. Here are 25 interesting facts you may not have known.

Pre-autumn vehicle safety check
Pre-autumn vehicle safety check

It's that time of year again - give your car some seasonal love with a pre-autumn safety check.



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