National Reconciliation Week
| What | Social Event |
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| When |
2006-05-27 00:00
to 2006-06-03 19:00 |
| Where | (u'Auckland st',) |
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which was first celebrated in 1996, aims to give people across Australia the opportunity to focus on reconciliation between indigenous and non-indigenous Australians. It is a time to 'reflect on achievements so far and on what must still be done to achieve reconciliation' (Reconciliation Australia).
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) falls between 27 May and 3 June - two significant dates in the relations between indigenous and non-indigenous Australians.
"WHERE TO FROM HERE?"
Forum addressing the future of Aboriginal Reconciliation. Speakers include Kevin Williams, Laurel Williams and Louise Campbell.
Free entry.
Contact Newcastle Aboriginal Support Group: 02 49661766
SCHOLARSHIP DINNER DANCE
Saturday 3rd June, 6pm, Brennan Room, Uni of Newcastle
Hosted by: Wollotuka School of Aboriginal Studies.
All profits from dance will be donated towards The University of Newcastle Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship Fund.
Tickets: $50 Student/concession: $25 (Includes hors d'oeuvres, 3 course dinner & entertainment.)
RSVP: 26th May 2006
Phone: 49216863 or E-mail: Michael.Donovan@newcastle.edu.au
RECONCILIATION MORNING TEA
Saturday May 29, 10.30am,Lovett Gallery
An opportunity to reflect on past achievements, renew our commitment to reconciliation and improve relationships and social outcomes for our community. Join us for morning tea to commemorate this milestone.
This community event is FREE.
Lovett Gallery, 2nd floor, Cultural Centre, Laman Street, Newcastle.
For further information contact: Carol Edmonds - Newcastle Region Library on 49745300
library@ncc.nsw.gov.au or www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/go/library
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WALK FOR RECONCILIATION
Saturday 27th May, 10am
From Merewether Baths to Nobby's Beach - then BBQ in park between nobby's car-park & Horseshoe Bay.
Deidre Howard-Wagner, President of Newcastle Aboriginal Support Group on 0414 608847 or Deidre.Howard@newcastle.edu.au