First Nations Partnerships

Council's First Nations Partnerships team, advocate for community needs, provide First Nations policy advice, and support engagement.

The Sunshine Coast Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2021-2022 supports social and economic opportunities for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community of the Sunshine Coast.

Council focuses on four First Nations strategic pathways.

A Welcome to Country should be conducted as the first program item at all public functions. Find out if you need one at an upcoming function and how to book.

On Saturday, 14 October 2023, Australians will have their say in a referendum about whether we should change the Constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by establishing a body called the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice.

Find out about First Nation events held across the Sunshine Coast.

Find out some of the resources available to First Nations in the community

Find out what policies, strategies, plans, programs and guidelines council considers in its normal business when partnering with First Nations communities

Find out about First Nations state, national and international legislation and compliance