National Reconciliation Week 2025

Bridging Now to Next

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn more about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

Every year, we celebrate National Reconciliation Week from 27 May till 3 June, commemorating two significant milestones – the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively.

The theme this year is, Bridging Now to Next, which reflects the ongoing connection between past, present and future.

Bridging Now to Next urges all Australians to work together, and to use past lesson to continue the push forward to help build a more unified and inclusive nation.

This year's artwork theme was created by Kalkadoon woman, Bree Buttenshaw, featuring native plants which are known for regenerating after fire and thriving through adversity − symbolising collective strength and the possibilities of renewal.

For more information on the initiative, please go to reconciliation.org.au

Town Events

Traditional Aboriginal Dance Workshop

Monday, 26 May | 3-6pm
JD Hardie Youth and Community Hub

Traditional Aboriginal Dance Workshop led by local Elders

Note: Under 12s require adult supervision

Free Community Screening

Top End Wedding

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Wednesday, 28 May | 6-8pm
Matt Dann Theatre and Cinema

Lauren and Ned, in love and engaged, have just ten days to find Lauren's mother who has gone AWOL somewhere in the remote far north of Australia, reunite her parents, and pull off their dream wedding

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