Hobsons Bay will celebrate National Reconciliation Week with events to engage, inform and entertain residents of all ages.
Held between Saturday, May 27 and Saturday, June 3, National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
This year’s theme, ‘Be a Voice for Generations,’ urges everyone to use their power, their words and their vote to create a better, more just Australia.
Mayor Tony Briffa said everyone has a part to play in working towards reconciliation.
“This is a significant year for reconciliation as we head towards the Voice to Parliament referendum,” she said.
“This week of events is an important reminder of the issues facing our Indigenous community and what we can all do to forge a path towards reconciliation.
Across the week several events will be held in Hobsons Bay from film exhibitions to question and answer sessions.
A History of Posters exhibition will be held at the Hobsons Bay Civic Centre, May 23 to June 6, 8.30am to 5pm.
Showcasing of film and exhibition of The Colour & Sound of My Totem will be held at the Hobsons Bay Civic Centre, May 24 to June 6, 8.30am to 5pm.
A question and answer session with author Paul Callaghan will be available online on the Hobsons Bay Libraries EnviroCentre YouTube channel, where Callaghan discusses his book The Dreaming Path.
Poetry Tree exhibition opening will be held at the Newport Library on Saturday, May 27, 10am-11am.
Story Time at Hobsons Bay Libraries across various times and locations will be catered for children up to five years old.
“There are events for all ages, particularly for kids, who can learn more about our wonderful First Nations history at our popular Story Time sessions,” Cr Briffa said.
Jennifer Pittorino
