Seven ways to ‘Be a Voice for Generations’ this Reconciliation Day
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Reconciliation Day is Monday 29 May.
The theme for this year’s Reconciliation Day is ‘Be a Voice for Generations’. The theme encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives—where we live, work, and socialise. Struggling to find where to start? Why not spend the upcoming Reconciliation Day reconnecting through one of the activities that we’ve curated just for you?
Learning about the culture and history of Canberra through the eyes of the Ngunnawal people is a great way to strengthen your connection with Canberra and reflect on this year’s Reconciliation Day theme. No matter how small, any action taken towards reconciliation is an action worth doing. After all, who doesn’t love this beautiful land we call home?
Here are seven ways you can reflect and be a voice.
Reconciliation Day at the National Arboretum
The Nation Arboretum has a jam-packed program organised for Reconciliation Day this year. The family-friendly program is designed to promote conversations and foster a deeper understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and includes live performances, craft workshops, and the opportunity to participate in traditional cultural activities.
Monday 29 May, 10 am–3 pm | National Arboretum Canberra | More information here.
Reconciliation Concert 2023
Tickets are still available for this year’s Reconciliation Concert at the Canberra Theatre Centre, which will feature the brilliance of the multi-award winning band Yothu Yindi. Hosted by Tahalianna Soward-Māhanga, the concert will also showcase the talents of local Indigenous artists’ Alinta Barlow and Stewart Barton.
The annual concert is the perfect way to appreciate the talents of our local Indigenous artists and kick off the Reconciliation Day activities.
Sunday 30 May, 7pm | Canberra Theatre Centre | Tickets here.
Dhawura Tours
Dhawura Tours is a local service that offers a wide range of tours with an experienced Aboriginal guide. They have many options available to suit your ability and area of interest, but each one will provide you with a deeper understanding of the beauty and culture of the Ngunnawal people.
Contact Dhawura Tours for information regarding tour dates and times | thunderstone.net.au
Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation
Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation is a company owned and operated by local Indigenous Elders and leaders that offer a variety of programs, including cultural tours, cultural education and talks, and cultural immersion.
Contact the Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation for information regarding booking your tour.
Ngala Tours at the Arboretum
Ngala Tours offer three tour options for visitors to explore and learn about the land that the National Arboretum sits on, including cultural sites and practices, native plants, and the beauty of the landscape.
Bookings are essential for all three tours. For more information about their days and times visit the website.
Canberra Heritage Trails
Fancy taking yourself around the local sites? Canberra Tracks is a website that offers eight different tracks that include many historic sites across Canberra. Discover your own way through Canberra’s history with the Ngunnawal Country track or familiarise yourself with your local Indigenous cultural sites through trails that cover areas such as Gungahlin and Tuggeranong.
‘Yeribee’ Indigenous experiences of Parliament House
‘Yeribee’ at Parliament House is a guided tour that explores the site history of Parliament House, shares the stories of Indigenous parliamentarians, and showcases artworks by Indigenous artists.
These run every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 12pm. The tour is free, but bookings are essential.
