NAIDOC stands for National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee. Its origins can be traced to the emergence of Aboriginal groups in the 1920′s which sought to increase awareness in the wider community of the status and treatment of Indigenous Australians.

NAIDOC Week is held in the first full week of July. It is a time to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements and is an opportunity to recognise the contributions that Indigenous Australians make to our country and our society.

We encourage all Australians to participate in the celebrations and activities that take place across the nation during NAIDOC Week.

Monday 6 July 2015 – Raymond Terrace March

• 8.30am Gather in Riverside Park
• Hornet Fly Over –
• 9.00am March Via Hunter, William and Sturgeon Street to the Port Stephens Council Chambers

* Morning Breakfast  – Port Stephens Council.

 Wednesday 8 July 2015 – Nelson Bay March

• 9.00am March form up at Nelson Bay Bowling Club
• 10.00am March to Apex Park via Donald Street
• 10.15 Flag Raising Ceremony at Apex Park

 Thursday 9 July 2015 – Touch Football Game

• 10.00am Touch Football Tourament between Aboriginal Community, Port Stephens Council and NSW Police/Emergency Services
• Play at Lakeside Oval, Raymond Terrace on fields 1 and 2
• Koori Dance for opening and Welcome to Country – Justin Ridgeway, Kup poondee
• Jumping Castle
• Hornet Fly Over

 Friday 10 July 2015 – Family Fun Day, Murrook Williamtown

• 10:00am start at Murrook Cultural Centre
• Community Service Providers; Activites and BBQ lunch
• Hornet Fly Over – Peter and Ivan, RAAF