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Welcome to Gimuy (Cairns) NAIDOC

A word from the Cairns NAIDOC Committee

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. 


Cairns NAIDOC events are linked  to the national theme and this year we are embracing FOR OUR ELDERS. 


Across every generation, our Elders have played, and continue to play, an important role and hold a prominent place in our communities and families.


They are cultural knowledge holders, trailblazers, nurturers, advocates, teachers, survivors, leaders, hard workers and our loved ones. For more information on this years national NAIDOC theme check out the National NAIDOC Website: https://www.naidoc.org.au/ 


Cairns NAIDOC 2023 - FOR OUR ELDERS celebrations will be held from 1st to the 9th of July 2023. The CAIRNS NAIDOC Dinner will be held on Saturday 22nd of July 2023


We are privileged to have Cairns local, Mr. Kenny Bedford, of the Meuram clan of Erub in the Torres Strait Islands on the National NAIDOC Committee. 

Want to get involved?

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.

CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER

Contact Us

The Cairns NAIDOC Committee can be contacted at cairnsnaidoc@gmail.com 

or 

follow us on Facebook at "Cairns NAIDOC" or on Instagram @naidoc.cairns to stay updated with the NAIDOC committee. 

EOI - Stalls at Friday in the Park

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Cairns NAIDOC Community Events

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. 


Saturday 1st July 2023

Venue: Salvation Army, 72 Hoare Street, Manunda

Time: Arrivals 12:00pm 

Event will start at 12:30pm - 4:00pm


Pre-Registration is essential as numbers are limited. 


Email Margaret Ross-Kelly to register:

cairnsnaidoceldersluncheon@gmail.com

or call on 0484 279 154.

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. 


The 2023 NAIDOC theme "FOR OUR ELDERS", will provide an opportunity for invited Indigenous Christian Elders to be part of this years' service. 


Sunday 2nd July 2023

Venue: Cairns Cross Culture Church

186 Irene Street, Mooroobool 

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Community BBQ: 12:00pm - 2:00pm


Thank you Ps 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 along and listen to leading local, state and national leaders speak about the two big current campaigns impacting on First Nations people, Path to Treaty (QLD) and the YES23 Campaign.


MC'd by Ray Rosendale, Interim Truth and Treaty Body (ITTB) Board Member


Guest Speakers:

Cheryl Buchanan and Mick Gooda

ITTB on Treaty in Queensland


Kenny Bedford

National Community Engagement Lead on the YES23, Referendum for Indigenous (Federal) Constitutional Recognition


Tuesday 4th July 2023

Venue: Grand Ballroom, Pullman International, 17 Abbott Street

Time: Arrivals 6:45am

Commence from 7:15am - 9:00am

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Wuchopperen Health Service this year will be hosting their annual NAIDOC Community Day celebrating this years' theme "FOR OUR ELDERS"


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 5th July 2023

1:00pm - 5:00pm

hosted at Wuchopperen Health Service

6 Moignard Street, Manoora


This is a free event.


For more information contact:

James Kepui

communications@wuchopperen.org.au

www.wuchopperen.org.au

The Cairns NAIDOC Committee is excited to present the 7th 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 "The Monkeys"


Wednesday 5th July 2023

6:30pm - 9:30pm

$80 per team (max 6 people per team)

price includes entry and nibbles

Cairns Colonial Club


Teams will be allowed to purchase one answer per round by way of a $2 donation.


This event is an 18+ only event. 

PURCHASE YOUR TABLE HERE

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. 


Wednesday 5th July

6:00pm - 9:00pm

The Corner, DIYDG

3 Jensen Street, Manoora


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:

Nicole Caelli

nicole.caelli@diydg.org.au

Saturday 22nd July

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  

  

Muster:  

Munro Martin Parklands, corner of Florence & Grafton Streets

Time:  

Muster - 9:00 am 

Depart -  9.30am


For more information contact:

Semara Jose & DIYDG

whichway@diydg.org.au

Saturday 22nd July

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 7th July

10:00am - 5:00pm

Fogarty Park, 

Cairns Esplanade


This event will have Auslan interpreters to support engagement of the local deaf community. 


For more information contact:

Lynette Dewis

cairnsnaidoc@gmail.com


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Saturday 22nd July

Saturday 22nd July

Saturday 22nd July

You will be whisked away to a mystery location to celebrate Cairns NAIDOC, ending with a celebration dinner and entertainment. 


Collected from a central location in the city at 2pm and taken to a secret location near Cairns. 


You will be welcomed by Traditional Owners to commence 3 separate events, including dinner. 


The celebration will conclude at 11:30pm and you will then be transported back to Cairns.  


Saturday 22nd July

2:00pm - 11:30pm

SECRET LOCATION

Cost- TBA (payment plans available)


For more information contact:

Tania Davis

 cairnsnaidoc.dinner@gmail.com  

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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.