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We acknowledge the Gimuy Walabura Yidinji people and Yirrgandji people and the other First Nations people of the areas surrounding Cairns the lands on which we live and celebrate them, their knowledge and connection to this beautiful country in Far North Queensland. We pay our respects and commit to working with all mob who call this region home.
The Cairns NAIDOC Committee is empowered by Deadly Inspiring Youth Doing Good (DIYDG). The partnership began in 2022, DIYDG auspice funding and sponsorship on behalf of the Cairns NAIDOC Committee to deliver events. The committee is made up of volunteers who dedicate their time to planning and delivering community events.
We look forward to another great year of celebrating and advocating for our community.
We are a group of volunteers and always seek assistance. If you are keen and motivated, wanting to network amongst mob, learn new skills and want to give back to community, come and join us.
Join us at DIYDG - Good Vibrations to create your own banner/sign for the NAIDOC March on Friday!
The DIYDG home will be open to anyone wanting to paint a banner or sign or who want to have the opportunity to provide input into the chant for the March.
Tuesday 2nd July
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Venu: TBC
Families and children, all ages are welcome to come along and enjoy the music, laughs and sausage sizzle.
This is a free event.
For more information contact:
Gerogiana Thomas-Peddell
Be loud and be proud!
Rain, hail or shine bring your flags, banners, signs and join the NAIDOC March.
Warm up your vocal cords, friends, families, allies let's make some noise.
Route: Grafton Street then onto Spence Street to Fogarty Park
Friday 5th July 2024
Muster:
Munro Martin Parklands, corner of Florence & Grafton Streets
Time:
Muster - 9:00 am
Depart - 9.30am
For more information contact:
Cairns NAIDOC Commitee
Cairns NAIDOC Friday in the Park will commence with the arrival of marchers and will be officially opened by traditional owners, Indigenous leaders, local politicians and community members.
Friday in the Park brings our people together, organisations and agencies with their stalls, Indigenous business enterprises selling their wares and arts and crafts. Food will also be available for purchase.
Check out the entertainment with singers, bands and dance groups displaying our cultural practices and history.
Friday 5th July 2024
10:00am - 5:00pm
Fogarty Park,
Cairns Esplanade
For more information contact:
Lynette Dewis
An afternoon of music and dance organised specifically for Elders. A two-course meal with live entertainment will be provided.
Bring your loved ones along for a great time. Carers welcome.
Saturday 6th July 2023
Venue: TBC
Time: Arrivals 10:30am
Event will start at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Pre-Registration is essential as numbers are limited.
For more information contact:
The Cairns NAIDOC Committee has supported the annual combined church service, organised and hosted by Feiva International Ministries Cairns. This service is held each year with the participation of various churches and denominations located in Cairns.
Sunday 7th July 2023
Venue: Cairns Cross Culture Church
186 Irene Street, Mooroobool
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Community BBQ: 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Thank you Pastors Uvau and Kate Imani for partnering with Feiva International Ministries for this year's NAIDOC Church Service.
For more information contact:
Reverend Yodie Batzke - Feiva International Ministries on 0498 337 885
Come and join the Cairns Deadly Runners and Walkers (CDRAW) group focused on assisting Indigenous community members with a structured running and walking program to increase their fitness, knowledge and running/walking ability.
The group welcomes all community members.
This NAIDOC, we will run and walk together as a community to celebrate our Elders.
Join us at any of our sessions:
Monday 3rd July - 6:00am
meeting at Fogarty Park
Monday 8th July - 5:30pm
meeting at Fun Ship Playground on the Esplanade.
Wednesday 10th July - 5:30pm
meeting at Aeroglen Car Park (will involve hills)
Thursday 11th July - 5:30pm
meeting at Glenoma Park
Friday 12th July - 6am
meeting at Fogarty Park
Get ready for the NAIDOC Breakfast
Tuesday 9th July 2023
Venue: TBC
Time: Arrivals 6:45am
Commence from 7:15am - 9:00am
For more information contact:
Louise Hunter
cairnsnaidocbreakfast@gmail.com
The Cairns NAIDOC Committee is excited to present the 8th NAIDOC Trivia Night!
There will be heaps of fun and more games and prizes on offer, along with 6 rounds of trivia with lots of laughter, moaning and bribing!
Trivia will be judged by "?"
Wednesday 10th July 2024
6:30pm - 9:30pm
$80 per team (max 6 people per team)
price includes entry and nibbles
Teams will be allowed to purchase one answer per round by way of a $2 donation.
This event is an 18+ only event.
For more information contact:
Cairns NAIDOC Committee
Wuchopperen Health Service this year will be hosting their annual NAIDOC Community Day celebrating this years' theme "KEEP THE FIRE BURNING: BLAK, LOUD, PROUD"
The Wuchopperen NAIDOC Community Day will feature performances from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dance groups, cultural educational games, information stalls from supporting community organisations, delicious free traditional food and various art and craft workshops for the whole family.
Wednesday 10th July 2024
1:00pm - 5:00pm
hosted at Wuchopperen Health Service
6 Moignard Street, Manoora
This is a free event.
For more information contact:
James Kepui
Cairns NAIDOC Dinner
Date: TBC
6:00pm till late
For more information contact:
Cairns NAIDOC Committee
The Cairns NAIDOC Committee can be contacted at naidoccairns@diydg.org.au
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3 Jensen Street, Manoora, Cairns, QLD, 4870
As we forge our way to a stronger future, we embody the millennia of footsteps that came before us. We feel the presence of our ancestors and their guidance, as we navigate our continued responsibility to the lands and seas in which we connect to. Their spirit will carry on in the generations to come as we inspire, equip and empower our people and our community.
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As we forge our way to a stronger future, we embody the millennia of footsteps that came before us. We feel the presence of our ancestors and their guidance, as we navigate our continued responsibility to the lands, seas and skies in which we connect to. Their spirit will carry on in the generations to come as we inspire, equip and empower our people and our community.