Indigenous Australian Cultural Celebration: Embracing NAIDOC Week – A Guide to Honoring ‘Black Christmas’ in Melbourne

National Victoria Indigenous culture How to celebrate NAIDOC Week – or ‘Black Christmas’ – in Melbourne By Jack Latimore, July 3, 2023 NAIDOC Week – or “Black Christmas”, as some Aboriginal Australians have affectionately nicknamed it – has arrived, and with it an array of events to honour First Nations cultures and histories across Melbourne. […]

Embracing the Spirit of NAIDOC Week: Celebrating ‘Black Christmas’ in Melbourne

National Victoria Indigenous Culture: How to Celebrate NAIDOC Week – or ‘Black Christmas’ – in Melbourne By Introduction NAIDOC Week, also referred to as “Black Christmas” by some Aboriginal Australians, is a significant event that honors the culture and history of First Nations peoples. The week-long celebration, which takes place in Melbourne, is an opportunity […]

A Time to Honor: Recognizing the Contributions of our Indigenous Elders during NAIDOC Week 2023

Resource Recovery Facility Project Update: Maximizing Indigenous Elders’ Contributions Introduction The upcoming consideration by the Council of options for the delivery of a resource recovery facility that diverts the maximum amount of resources from landfill presents an opportunity to not only address a pressing environmental issue but also to honor and recognize the invaluable contributions […]