Residents and visitors are being invited to be part of NAIDOC Week with a range of events in our region from July 7 to 14.
NAIDOC Week will celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said NAIDOC Week invited us all to listen, learn and engage in meaningful dialogue.
“The theme this year is ‘Keep the fire burning! Blak, loud and proud’,” Mayor Natoli said.
“The week highlights the importance of fostering a society where the wisdom and contributions of Indigenous peoples are valued and respected.
“The theme honours the enduring strength and vitality of First Nations culture – with fire a symbol of connection to Country, to each other, and to the rich tapestry of traditions that define Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.”
Mayor Natoli invited the community to attend the 2024 NAIDOC Flag Raising Ceremony at the Nambour Library Forecourt.
“The ceremony will highlight the Sunshine Coast First Nations community’s significance of First Nations connection to Country, values and culture,” she said.
