LEETON Aboriginal Lands Council chief executive officer Karen Davy believes NAIDOC Week provides an avenue for the community learn more about the shire’s Indigenous history and culture.
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Last week the organisation held a community event as part of NAIDOC Week celebrations. Originally scheduled to be held at Gossamer Park, the event was moved to Parkview Public School due to inclement weather.
As well as various activities on the day, many service providers were on hand to speak with residents about differing issues.
Mrs Davy said there were often still members of the community that weren’t aware of the shire’s Aboriginal history and culture.
“That’s why NAIDOC Week is so important,” she said.
“It’s a great way to create awareness of Aboriginal culture, people and history. It’s something for everyone to celebrate.”
An official ceremony was also part of last week’s event, which included performances from Parkview Public School dancers, a welcome to country from William Ingram and mayor Paul Maytom also spoke.
Leeton Aboriginal Elder Jimmy Ingram also addressed the crowd, imparting his wisdom and knowledge. Staff from the Aboriginal Lands Council were also involved in special NAIDOC Week storytime sessions at the library.
Mrs Davy thanked those involved in the day for their help.
