Cardinia Shire Council’s Youth Services Team is hosting a free community event next week to mark NAIDOC Week.
The family event will run on Monday 4 July from 1pm to 1.30pm at Living and Learning Pakenham which is located on Henry Street, Pakenham.
The event will feature a Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony a show by Animals of Oz with native animals, rock painting , story Time with a range of indigenous books, free afternoon tea and more
Cardinia Shire Council Mayor Councillor Jeff Springfield is encouraging the community to get involved this NAIDOC week.
“NAIDOC Week is an important opportunity to learn about, connect with and celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people,” Mr Springfield said.
“Come along to our free community event and mark this special week.”
NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year’s theme is Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!
NAIDOC Week runs from Sunday 3 July to Sunday 10 July.
For more information about the event, visit Council’s website at cardinia.vic.gov.au/events or call the Youth Services team on 1800 496 884.
