Centre on Friday. Hosted by CatholicCare Wilcannia-Forbes, the event celebrated Indigenous history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. See page 2 for more information about the event.
A NAIDOC Week event was held at the Cobar Youth and Community Centre on Friday and celebrated this year’s theme of “50 Years of Deadly”.
NAIDOC Week events are held annually across Australia as an opportunity for all Australians to learn about the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
This year’s theme, 50 Years of Deadly, marks a massive milestone and celebrates 50 years since NAIDOC expanded into a full week of observance.
It is a tribute to the Elders, organisers, activists, artists, and communities who have championed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander rights, survival, and cultural continuity over the past five decades.
Hosted by CatholicCare Wilcannia Forbes, Friday’s activities at the Cobar Youth & Community Centre attracted a good crowd.
A Welcome to Country was presented by Ngiyampaa traditional owner Leonie McCosker, Uncle Rick Ohlsen conducted a smoking ceremony and a number of indigenous artefacts were on display.
There were lots of fun, family activities to take part in including Aboriginal art, dot painting and emu egg painting.
Guests had the opportunity to have a taste of crocodile, emu and kangaroo sausages and a special NAIDOC celebration cake.
The event was also an opportunity for people to chat with a range of local service providers.
