First Australians
The Noongar/Bibbulmun people are the Traditional Owners of the South West of Western Australia. The City of South Perth is located on Whadjak Noongar Country and we acknowledge the continuing connection Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have to this land.
For a number of years, the City has been working with local Aboriginal people and the community to build relationships, trust and understanding on our journey of reconciliation.
NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to celebrate the rich history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The City celebrates NAIDOC Week in July each year, by partnering with community organisations and local Noongar community members to host a series of events. Visit the Events section of the website to find out more.
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City set to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2023
The City is honoring NAIDOC Week 2023 by hosting free events that celebrate the rich history, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
All members of the community are invited to attend the City’s Flag Raising Ceremony on Monday 3 July, from 1.30–2.30pm, to acknowledge the First Nations community in the City of South Perth and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The annual event will be held at South Perth Community Hall, followed by an afternoon tea for all to enjoy.
NAIDOC Week, held from 2–9 July – is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.
This year’s NAIDOC Week theme is ‘For our Elders’, recognising Elders who have and continue to play an important role and hold a prominent place in the communities and families of First Nations people.
“We acknowledge and pay our respects to the traditional custodians of this land, the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation and their Elders past and present,” City of South Perth Mayor, Greg Milner said.
“South Perth has been home to the Wadjuk Noongar/Bibbulmun people for over 45,000 years. The rivers continue to be sources of spiritual, cultural, economic and familial connection for the Whadjuk people and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples more broadly around the State.
“Aboriginal people have made meaningful contributions to our community, and the City recognises the importance of culture, and improved connections and stronger relationships with our local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
“The City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan guides the City’s reconciliation journey and as a City and Council we are committed to creating meaningful change as we work together with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations.”
NAIDOC Week 2023 events
NAIDOC Week Flag Raising Ceremony
Monday 3 July, 1.30pm to 2.30pm
City of South Perth Community Hall
Free, followed by light refreshments
Intergenerational craft activity
Monday 3 July, 2.30pm to 4pm
City of South Perth Community Hall
Free, all welcome
NAIDOC Week Time for Stories and crafts (under 5s)
Tuesday 4 and Thursday 6 July, 10.30am to 11.30am
South Perth Library
Free, all welcome
Children’s Literature Champions workshop with Isobel Bevis (ages 8-12)
Tuesday 4 July, 1pm to 2.30pm
South Perth Library
Free, booking essential
NAIDOC Week Time for Stories and crafts (under 5s)
Wednesday 5 July, 10.30am to 11.30am
Manning Library
Free, all welcome
NAIDOC Week Talk with Kerry Stack
Thursday 6 July, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
South Perth Library
Free, booking essential
