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.
Our MVAC Youth group recently returned from an incredible trip to Darwin. The journey was packed with exploration, connection, and unforgettable experiences across the Top End.
Bush Kinder strengthened children's connection to culture, community and place by providing a calm, flexible learning space that responded to their interests and complemented classroom-based learning.
Honouring five decades of NAIDOC Week, MVAC coordinated an action packed week of cultural events, social gatherings, and family activities designed to foster recognition, connection, and learning across generations. Read more about what's been happening at MVAC in this month's newsletter. Download a copy of the July Newsletter here
