NAIDOC Week

NAIDOC Awards 2022

A strong pakana woman who has deep commitment to family, culture, and country, was announced Aborigine of the Year for NAIDOC 2022. Announced at the flag-raising events across lutruwita, Sinsa Mansell was recognised as a leading aspiration for all members of her community. With a long record of cultural arts development and achievement, nationally and internationally, she is a great role model and mentor to young people, community, culture, and heritage. Her deeply emotive performances celebrate the community’s history and stories, specifically ... Read more

NAIDOC Week 2022 in lutruwita

Check out our community events across lutruwita from 4 to 8 July! Monday, 4 July All locations 11 am - Flag raising. Public event, all are welcome. South at piyura kitina/Risdon CoveNorth West at TAC pataway/BurnieNorth at TAC Launceston North West 12 pm - Art afternoon at TAC pataway North 12.15 pm - kipli (cultural lunch) at TAC Launceston Tuesday, 5 July North West 11 am to 1 pm - On Country trip BBQ at limilinaturi/Mersey Bluff. North 5 pm - Trivia night! Supper provided and prizes at TAC Launceston South 9.30 am to ... Read more

Tasmanian NAIDOC Awards Nominations are now closed.

Recognise outstanding community members by nominating them for an award in the Tasmanian NAIDOC Awards 2022. Categories Aborigine of the Year Special Achievement Awards - NEW! Instead of having lots of different categories, the Special Achievement Award category has been created so that any individual or group can be recognised for any outstanding achievement. For example, it could be for success at sport, school, art, culture, volunteering, or community dedication – the list is endless!  Nominations closed on Monday, 27 June 2022 - thanks to all ... Read more