Smoking Ceremony and Yarning Circle at Maidstone Community Centre

National 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.

Experience the powerful cultural practice of Australia's First Peoples with a traditional smoking ceremony to purify the space of bad spirits and promote the wellbeing of our people and guests on Country.

Following, Mr. Ogden will facilitate a yarning circle, where people come together to talk or ‘yarn’.  A safe and welcoming space, the yarning circle invites the local community to join in respectful and inclusive dialogue.

This free, inclusive event offers an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Australia’s national story.

Bookings

Bookings are not required and all are welcome.

When

Location

Maidstone Community Centre, 21 Yardley Street, Maidstone, 3012, View Map