NSW Local Government Aboriginal Network

18/11/2022

07/10/2022

Our next LGAN members meeting is on the 10th of October. We will have a special presentation from Newcastle City Council's Aboriginal Engagement Partner on their third Innovate RAP !!

This RAP was developed over 2 years in consultation with internal stakeholders and importantly in consultation with the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

Focusing on the four RAP Pillars, Respect, Relationships, Opportunities and Governance, it is hoped this strategy will improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait people in the area.

RSVP's are required. Please email [email protected]

16/08/2022

Need a hand with your Arts and Cultural Funding Program (ACFP) submission?

Applications for Round One are currently open through to 29 August, 2022 (Regional Arts Touring funding applications close 22 August)🗓 Create NSW can help you navigate the grant guidelines with a range of resources, including one-on-one online meetings.

Find out more about the grants available and schedule a session with one of our team members: https://www.create.nsw.gov.au/funding-and-support/arts-and-cultural-funding-program/ 👈

25/07/2022

Our next network meeting is fast approaching.

Our last network meeting we heard from Reconciliation NSW CEO Tristan Tipps-Webster about Local Reconciliation Groups, Reconciliation Action Plans and Truth Telling!

03/07/2022

NAIDOC Week is here !

This years theme ‘Get Up! stand Up! Show!’ couldn’t be stronger. It’s a call to action to call out injustice and practice allyship 365 days of the year.

Right now until the 10th of July there are events taking place all across Australia to celebrate the history, heritage and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

To find an event near you or more information check out the link below:

https://www.naidoc.org.au/local-events/local-naidoc-week-events

Are you an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person employed at a NSW local council ? If yes, you’re entitled to one additional day paid leave to participate in NAIDOC !

22/06/2022

This is deadly check it out !

Are you a First Nations student commencing a PhD or Master’s degree in the agriculture sector?

Applications are closing soon for two scholarships to pursue agricultural research and entrepreneurialism.

The first scholarship will support research related to native foods along the supply chain, while the second scholarship will cover a broader range of First Nations agriculture such as cool burning, First Nations farm practices, farm business management, agriculture policy and First Nations education.

“These scholarships are a great opportunity for First Nations people wanting to pursue a business idea or further an existing business with the support of industry experts” - Professor Jim Pratley

Applications close 30 June, find out more here 👉 https://go.csu.edu.au/3HKrowg

22/06/2022

Badu Gili - Wonder Women lighting of the sails on the Opera House.

Check it out!

Badu Gili - meaning 'water light' in the language of the traditional owners of Bennelong Point, the Gadigal people - is a free daily experience that explores First Nations stories in a spectacular six-minute projection on the Opera House’s eastern Bennelong sails.

30/05/2022

Penrith City Council NAIDOC is shaping up to be a great event !

NAIDOC with Penrith City Council is back on this year ! https://fb.me/e/2sUSQ70lT...

26/05/2022

Randwick City Council Reconciliation Australia La Perouse Local Aboriginal Land Council Gujaga Foundation

After a 2 year break due to Covid, Koojay is back, and this year you will witness immersive cultural story telling through dance and fashion. Enjoy the incredible talents from traditional and contemporary dance groups and a fashion parade from Buluuy Mirri.

Every year, there is an expectation that we all have a part to play in reconciliation and this year’s National Reconciliation Week theme ‘Be brave. Make change.’ is a tribute to that. Be Brave and tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation so we can Make Change for the benefit of all Australians.

The event is held on Coogee Beach on Friday 27 May at 11am and is attended by residents, visitors and local schools.

12/05/2022

Our next LGAN network meeting is fast approaching!

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/nsw-local-government-aboriginal-network-lgan_be-brave-make-change-if-youre-an-aboriginal-activity-6930452294169743360-YVQ-?utm_source=linkedin_share&utm_medium=ios_app

28/04/2022

Thank you to all that attended todays network meeting.

Special thank you to Aboriginal Affairs NSW for presenting on Closing the Gap.

Local Government NSW
Randwick City Council
Coffs Harbour City Council
Canterbury-Bankstown Council
Lismore City Council
City of Newcastle
Waverly Council
Penrith City Council