Living Here
The theme for 2024, Now More Than Ever, is a reminder to all of us that no matter what, the fight for justice and the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will -and must -continue.
For the work of past generations, and the benefit of future generations, we must act today for a more just, equitable and reconciled Australia for all. Now More Than Ever we must keep up the momentum for change!
Reconciliation is an ongoing journey steeped in history to encourage all Australians to play their part towards reconciliation in tangible ways within our everyday lives – where we live, work and socialise.
Now more than ever, the work continues. In treaty making, in truth-telling, in understanding our history, in education, and in tackling racism. We need connection. We need respect. We need action. And we need change.
Find out more about National Reconciliation Week at www.reconciliation.org.au/national-reconciliation-week/
What’s on in the Gladstone Region?
Council will be hosting the following events to celebrate National Reconciliation Week 2024:
Mens Business
Learn how to play the Didgeridoo with Yuwaalaraay man Gordon Lister from Waraba Arts.
Waraba Arts presents Teaching you how to play the Didgeridoo.
Learn the technique of playing the Didgeridoo and the art of circular breathing. If you do not have your own Didgeridoo that is no problem, we can accommodate you with one. Guests will practice how to tell a story, animal sounds and a song through the Didgeridoo.
WHEN: 10.00am - 11.30am, 27 May – 31 May
WHERE: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct – Maxine Brushe Meeting Hall
COST: FREE
FACILITATOR: Kamilaroi / Yuwaalaraay man - Gordon Lister
Learn to Crochet Workshop
Meet one of our distinguished Elders Aunty Juliri Ingra who is also an artist and is kindly going to teach one of her favourite pastimes “How to Crochet”.
Get ready for Winter and try your hand at making your own Beanie or Scarf.
Supplies such as yarn and hooks will be provided.
WHEN:
- 10am – 2pm, Monday 27 May
- 10am – 2pm, Tuesday 28 May
- 10am – 2pm, Thursday 30 May
WHERE: Philip Street Communities and Families Precinct – Maxine Brushe Meeting Hall
COST: FREE
FACILITATOR: Aunty Juliri Ingra
Clay Sculpting Workshop
Join Gubbi Gubbi Artist Lili Jacobsen and learn the skills and techniques to create you very own pair of polymer clay earrings.
Create and paint one pair of earrings using polymer clay. The design for the earrings involves a U shape symbol (for person). The artwork design for the earrings will be Australian Native flowers and dot painting!
WHEN:
- Session one – 10.00am – 12.00pm, 31 May,
- Session two - Session two 1.00pm – 3.00pm, 31 May
WHERE: Gladstone Regional Art Gallery and Museum
COST: FREE
FACILITATOR: Wattle Woman – First Nations Artist/ Jewellery Designer – Lili Jacobsen
These workshops have limited spaces. Please be quick to reserve your place by contacting Gay Sirriss on 4976 6300.
