NAIDOC 2021
July 12, 2021
NAIDOC 2021
This year we kicked off NAIDOC week with a bang during our flag raising ceremony. Many People attended the day in celebrating our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and raising our flags. Aunty Rose Kirby graced us by opening the “Welcome to the Country” and “Acknowledging the Traditional custodians of the land”. The 4 Elder sisters; Elvira Wighton, Sharon Johnson, Geraldine Johnson & Raylene Smith who raised the flags for us. Brenden played the Digeridoo and the clap sticks, while Richard conducted the smoking ceremony.
Aunty Susan Baxter and her young team of dancers (Mia, Harmony, Faith, Miriyan & Wayn) provided us with a traditional dance.
On our Community Day (Friday/9 July), MVAC had Coolamon Kids marquee, face painting, jumping castle, BBQ, Art display, fun children activities and basketball. Check out the photos below.
Over the past month, we have seen a fantastic increase in community use of the court, particularly on weekends. Read more about what's been happening at MVAC in this month's newsletter.
We are thrilled to officially announce the winner of the beautiful shawl project is Mariah Dunrobin. Read more in this month's newsletter.
Our latest Koori Nigh Market was a resounding success, filled with deadly talent and incredible community energy.
