First Nations events
Find out about First Nation events held across the Sunshine Coast.
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- National Reconciliation Week
Each year, National Reconciliation Week runs from 27 May to 3 June. It celebrates achievements in Australia’s journey towards reconciliation, with many events held nationwide.
- The National Apology
On 13 February 2008 Prime Minister Kevin Rudd made a formal apology to First Nations peoples.
- National Sorry Day
National Sorry Day, or the National Day of Healing, is commemorated yearly on 26 May.
- Sunshine Coast Lightning - Indigenous Round
Sunshine Coast Lightning netball team and Sunshine Coast Council partner to deliver the Indigenous Round during National Reconciliation Week (NRW).
- Coming of the Light
Coming of the Light is celebrated by Torres Strait Islanders on 1 July each year.
- NAIDOC week
NAIDOC week celebrations are held across Australia to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Wan'diny Sunshine Coast NAIDOC family fun day
Find out about this year's Wan'diny Sunshine Coast NAIDOC family fun day.
- First Nations Self-Determination Representation and Wellbeing Forum
First Nations Self-Determination Representation and Wellbeing Forum aims to bring community together, nurture relationships and create action.
Horizon FestivalHorizon Festival is the Sunshine Coast's leading contemporary multi-arts festival running for 10 days and nights.
Sunshine Coast First Nations supplier dayDue to the weather the Sunshine Coast First Nations Supplier Day event was held 21 November 2023.
- Sunshine Coast First Nations Annual Networking Event
The annual networking event supports and empowers community and stakeholders coming together, nurturing innovation and authentic relationships while celebrating achievements.