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 celebrates NAIDOC Week 2024
For this year’s NAIDOC Week, held from 7–14 July, the City of South Perth will be hosting a series of free events to celebrate the history, cultures and achievements of First Nations people.
Kicking off the festivities this year is the City’s Official Flag Raising Ceremony on Monday 8 July. Head down to South Perth Community Hall at 1.30–2.30pm for the ceremony and stay on for afternoon tea and Noongar Bedtime Stories and Craft event.
On Wednesday 10 July, Bush Tucker with Joe Collard invites you to learn about local bush tucker ingredients and how to incorporate them into your diet. Rounding off the festivities, Noongar Language Storytime with Dylan Collard will help children expand their language skills through story.
NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and celebrate the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.
This year’s NAIDOC Week theme is ‘Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud’, honouring the enduring strength and vitality of First Nations culture.
City of South Perth Mayor Greg Milner said NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
“NAIDOC Week is an important week in the City’s cultural calendar, and South Perth has been home to the Whadjuk Noongar people for over 45,000 years. I invite our local community to join us on Monday 8 July for the City’s NAIDOC Week Flag Raising Ceremony at the South Perth Community Hall, which will be followed by a light afternoon tea,” he said.
NAIDOC Week 2024 events
NAIDOC Week Flag Raising Ceremony
Monday 8 July, 1.30pm to 2.30pm
City of South Perth Community Hall
Free, all welcome
Noongar Bedtime Stories and Craft
Monday 8 July, 2.30pm to 4pm
City of South Perth Community Hall
Free, all welcome
Bush Tucker with Joe Collard
Wednesday 10 July, 6.30 to 7.30pm
South Perth Library
Free, booking essential
Noongar Language Storytime with Dylan Collard
Thursday 11 July, 10.30am to 11.30am
South Perth Library
Free, suitable for ages 4-8 years
Media contact
- Phone 9474 0777
- Email media@southperth.wa.gov.au
