PrintReconciliation Week
Friday 27 May to Friday 3 June 2011
The local community are invited to participate in a range of free events and activities held during National Reconciliation Week. The purpose of this program is to acknowledge the traditional owners of the Maroondah land, learn about indigenous culture and heritage and celebrate reconciliation amongst all Australians.
The 2011 program includes:
Reconciliation Week Celebration
An opportunity to come together to recognise and celebrate Reconciliation in Australia.
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Tuesday 31 May 2011
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10.30am
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Maroondah Federation Estate
32 Greenwood Ave,
Ringwood
Mel Ref 49 H10
Free event, no bookings required
The event includes:
- A Welcome to Country/Smoking Ceremony
- Official Flag Raising Ceremony
- Performance by Indigenous didgeridoo player
- Guest speaker and performer Kutcha Edwards
Ray Ken, Tali, 2009, acrylic on linen
Maroondah Art Collection. Reproduced courtesy Tjala Arts
Indigenous Cultural Awareness Training Session
This training session will provide an opportunity to learn about Indigenous Australia, Wurundjeri culture, sustainability and history as well as current issues facing the Wurundjeri people.
- Thursday 2 June
- 12.30pm - 3.30pm
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Maroondah Federation Estate
32 Greenwood Ave
Ringwood
Mel Ref 49 H10
Free session
Bookings essential on 9298 4533
For further information about Council’s Reconciliation Week program, please contact our Cultural Events and Liaison Officer on 9298 4553.