NAIDOC celebrates the survival of Indigenous culture and the Indigenous contribution to modern Australia. All Australians are encouraged to participate in NAIDOC Week activities. The theme this year is: Respect the Past – Believe in the Future

A lot of local councils have special events for their area’s, it’s best to check out your own local council website.

Traditional Art and Stories of the Bibbullman People
Blender Gallery, Central Walk, Joondalup – 5 July 06 to 13 July 06

Part of the City of Joondalup’s NAIDOC Week events. Renowned aboriginal artist, Toogarr Morrison presents indigenous stories in his paintings.
Artist talk will be held on Friday 7 July at 10am.

Further information: 9300 3088

Diana Crew-Reid’s Indigenous Art Expo
Mundaring Arts Centre – 7 July 06 to 6 August 06

Artist Diana Crew-Reid’s first solo exhibition, portrays her family history through paintings, drawings and sculpture.
Friday 7th July at 7:30pm and on Sunday 9th July at 2pm, Diana will be presenting an Artist’s Talk, so come along and meet the artist and discuss her ideas and inspiration behind the show.

Thursday 6 July:

NAIDOC Family Day 2006, Ashfield Reserve, Bassendean

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service, Healthway and the Town of Bassendean come together for a day of history and traditional fun for the whole family.
Entertainment, Indigenous food, free activities and traditional storytelling by Noel Nannup.

Free entry, for more information call 9377 8000

Indigenous Feature Films, Rake Theatre, Police Academy, Joondalup
6:45pm – 9:00pm

Friday 7 July:

Mooro Country Tour – Neil Hawkins Park, Joondalup

Part of the City of Joondalup’s NAIDOC Week events. Discover the traditional stories of the local Aboriginal people of Mooro Country whilst enjoying the natural beauty of Lake Joondalup. Includes free damper and morning tea.

9:30am – 12:00pm, further information and bookings: 9400 4203

Saturday 8 July:

Free Indigenous Concert – ECU Sports Centre, Joondalup

A special free community concert featuring award winning Aboriginal artists Fred Gesha and band Ochres and Yowarliny Singers.

6:45pm – 9:15pm, further information: 9400 4666

Please let me know in the comments if you know of any other events worth mentioning! Or if you’d rather contact me by email, you can use the new contact form!