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Reconciliation Week

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) occurs on the 27 May to 3 June and is a chance for all Australians to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.

It is a time for all Australians to reflect on our shared histories and relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation. The week is framed by the anniversaries of two significant milestones in our reconciliation journey - the successful 1967 Referendum (27 May) and the High Court Mabo decision (3 June).

The National Reconciliation Week theme for 2024,Now More Than Ever, is a reminder to all of us that no matter what, the fight for justice and the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will —and must —continue.

Events taking place during Reconciliation Week

During Reconciliation Week, we have a number of events taking place.

This includes First Nations themed Story Time sessions at our libraries. Join us at our regular Story Times during Reconciliation Week to hear stories from First Nations authors, and browse book displays for all ages.

Smoking Ceremony and Yarning Circle at Maidstone Community Centre

Reconciliation Week 2024 in Maribyrnong will open by bringing people together for a Welcome to Country, followed by a smoking ceremony and a yarning circle, led by traditional owner Robert Ogden, a proud Bunurong/Pakana man, on the grounds of Maidstone Community Centre.

Reconciliation Week - In My Blood It Runs film screening

This Reconciliation Week, join us for a free film screening of In My Blood It Runs, a powerful feature documentary following ten-year-old Dujuan, an Arrernte and Garawa boy.

Story Time

Nurture a love of reading and help develop early literacy with Story Time. Our children’s librarians share classic tales and new stories with a few favourite rhymes and singalongs.