NAIDOC Week

Welcome to NAIDOC Week 2025

The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy

2025 marks an extraordinary milestone—50 years of NAIDOC Week—half a century of honouring and elevating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, culture, and resilience. This year’s theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy,” speaks to the powerful continuum of connection between our ancestors, our communities today, and the leaders of tomorrow.

Celebrate With Us

NAIDOC Week 2025 will feature a host of events, programs, and workshops held across the City of Gosnells—offering opportunities for learning, celebration, and connection for all Australians. 

The week will officially commence with the Annual Flag Raising Ceremony on Monday 7 July, a moment of unity that sets the tone for the celebrations to follow. Enjoy the art exhibition or join a cultural workshop or live performance—there’s something for everyone to engage with and be inspired by.

Flag Raising Ceremony 

Monday 7 July 

City of Gosnells Civic Centre, 2120 Albany Highway, Gosnells

11am to 1pm 

The formal launch ceremony of NAIDOC Week in the City of Gosnells. This free community event will feature traditional dance, art, and a light lunch. 

Bookings essential click here

Cyanotype Creations

Monday 7 July

Thornlie Library

10am to 12pm

Celebrate NAIDOC Week with a special workshop creating cyanotype artworks with Noongar/Yamatji Artist and Photographer, Robyn Jean. Explore the magic of this historic photographic technique while creating your own one-of-a-kind tote bag using natural elements such as leave and flowers. This unique event offers a creative way to connect with culture, nature and community. All materials provided – no experience necessary!

For adults only (18+) only

Bookings essential click here 

NAIDOC Week Art Exhibition

Tuesday 8 July to Friday 18 July (weekdays only)

City of Gosnells Civic Centre

8.30am to 5pm

Explore the vibrant storytelling of traditional Indigenous art created by established and emerging artists from Langford Aboriginal Association.

Artworks are available for purchase, making this a fantastic opportunity to find a unique piece and support local talent.

For more information, please click here.

Bush Tucker Walk and Talk

Wednesday 9 July

Mary Carroll Park Wetlands

9am to 11am 

Join us for a special NAIDOC Week event celebrating Aboriginal culture and connection to Country.  Led by a respected local Aboriginal Elder, this guided walk through the serene Mary Carroll Park Wetlands offers insights into traditional bush tucker, cultural stories, and the significance of the beautiful wetlands to our community.

A light morning tea will be provided at the conclusion of this event.

Bookings essential click here 

Yirra Yaakin Theatre Co presents Kaarla Kaatijin –

Thursday 10 July

Don Russell Performing Arts Centre (DRPAC)

10am to 11am (includes 10 minutes Q&A)

Kaarla Kaatijin explores the importance of fire, spiritually and practically using Noongar Dreaming stories and language, beautiful puppetry, masks, and music as young children experience stories in an engaging and joyful way. 

Join us for a performance that will move and inspire.

For ages 6 and over

Bookings essential click here

Kep Barna (Water Creatures)

Thursday 10 July

Gosnells Library

10.30am-11.30am

Join Cyril Yarran for a hands-on and educational session discovering Noongar language, stories, songs and more.   

For ages 3-7 years

Bookings essential click here

Story Time with Ebony Froome

Friday 11 July

Amherst Village Library

10.30am-11.30am

Join author Ebony Froome for a special Story Time featuring her beautiful book titled, Djinang Bonar – Seeing Seasons and discover magic of each Noongar season.

For ages 3-10 years

Bookings essential click here