NAIDOC Week came to Wattle Hill on Wednesday, with a plethora of activities and services on offer.
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The Department of Human Services mobile office was a feature of the day, with residents able to go through the bus and speak to employees about available services.
The day had something for all ages, with children enjoying the jumping castle and merry-go-round, and parents able to access legal, outreach, community and employment organisations.
The Leeton and District Local Aboriginal Lands Council co-ordinated the day, which was held in Wattle Park.
Chief executive officer Karen Ingram said the event was a success.
"It was great to see so many smiling faces there," she said.
"The day started off with the mobile bus coming and we organised the rest around it. There was a lot of important information available.
"I think it was a great thing to have in Wattle Hill following on from the event we had in Mountford Park.
"They both worked really well."
One of the agencies on the day was GrainCorp, with Nicole Male from GrainCorp happy to be taking part.
"As an employer it's a great opportunity," she said.
"Part of our Reconciliation Action Plan is the vision of bridging the gap to offer employment. "It was a great day."NAIDOC Week came to Mountford Park last Sunday, with many residents turning out to celebrate the event.
National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee Week is marked throughout the country each July, with the Leeton and District Local Aboriginal Lands Council making a name for itself with the event it holds each year.
A family fun day was held at the park, with activities including a flag-raising ceremony, musical performances, children's rides and various stalls.
Council chief executive officer Karen Davy said residents were becoming more aware of the significance of the week.
"It was a really good day and the weather was beautiful, so I think that helped to bring people out," she said.
"We've been putting this on for a few years now, so I think people are starting to recognise when it will be on and they actually look forward to it."
NAIDOC is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and an opportunity to recognise the contributions of indigenous Australians.
Residents were able to access information on the day from the council, Murrumbidgee Medicare Local and the Aboriginal Education Consultative Group.
"It's proving to be a great day for families and children," Ms Davy said.
"We've had good support from council to hold it.
"As part of the day we had performances from Sameera Bashir and the Parkview Public School choir, with both just fantastic.
"Sameera gave up her time to even give a few little lessons and tips to the kids.
"I must also mention Parkview principal Travis Irvin for his contribution ... without his overwhelming supporting with our endeavours we wouldn't have the support we do."
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