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13 February 2022

Anniversary of National Apology Day

On 13 February 2008, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd delivered the National Apology to Australia’s Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples for the injustices of past government policies, particularly to the Stolen Generations.

17 March 2022

National Close the Gap Day

National Close the Gap Day is an annual event that raises awareness and seeks to close the gap with respect to life expectancy, child mortality, educational and employment outcomes between Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and non-Indigenous Australians.

26 May 2022

National Sorry Day

National Sorry Day provides an opportunity for people to come together and share the journey towards healing for the Stolen Generations, their families and communities.

26 May 2022

1967 Referendum

The 1967 Referendum was a landmark achievement following decades of activism by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous people, where more than 90 percent of Australians voted in favour of amending two sections of the Australian Constitution.

27 May to 3 June 2022

National Reconciliation Week (Be Brave. Make Change.)

National Reconciliation Week celebrations commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey-the anniversaries of the successful 1967 Referendum and the High Court Mabo Decision.

3 June 2022

Mabo Day

One June 3 1992, the High Court of Australia overturned the principle of “terra nullius” or “nobody’s land” as claimed by the British when they first arrived in this country. The decision has paved the way for Native Title legislation.

1 July 2022

Coming of the Light

The Coming of the Light is celebrated annually by Torres Strait Islander peoples. It marks the adoption of Christianity through island communities during the late nineteenth century.

3 – 10 July 2022

NAIDOC Week (Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!)

NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia to celebrate history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

4 August 2022

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about the crucial impact that community, culture and family play in the life of every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child.

9 August 2022

International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

On this day, people from around the world are encouraged to spread the United Nation’s message on the protection and promotion of the rights of Indigenous peoples.

2 – 4 September 2022

Western Rivers Cup

The Western Rivers Cup is South West Queensland’s only Indigenous regional cricket carnival.  The current Western Rivers Cup model is a joint initiative by the South West Indigenous Network and Queensland Cricket.  The carnival name recognizes and celebrates the cultural significance of the river systems to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the region.

7 September 2022

Indigenous Literacy Day

Indigenous Literacy Day is a national celebration of culture, stories, language and literacy. This day raises awareness of the disadvantages experienced in remote communities and advocates for more access to literacy resources.

13 September 2022

Anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People

The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) was adopted by the General Assembly on Thursday, 13 September 2007.

29 October 2022

MPK South West Indigenous Race Day featuring the CatholicCare Social Services Darby McCarthy Cup

It’s happening again in 2022! This year’s MPK South West Indigenous Network Race Day featuring the CatholicCare Social Services Darby McCarthy Cup, Saturday 29 October, 2022 at the Toowoomba Turf Club.

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Only 4 months til race day!! Stay tuned for ticket Only 4 months til race day!! Stay tuned for ticket details 🏇🏆🎟 #mpkknetic #catholiccare
SWIN are proud to be a sponsor of the Chinchilla N SWIN are proud to be a sponsor of the Chinchilla NAIDOC Golf Day happening Saturday 9 July ⛳️
Pathways applications are now closed & will reopen Pathways applications are now closed & will reopen the new financial year
SWIN in partnership with TASCA & Toowoomba Warrior SWIN in partnership with TASCA & Toowoomba Warriors are excited to announce the Toowoomba NAIDOC Golf Classic will be back again for 2022! ⛳️ 
If you would like a nomination form please email coordinator@swin.org.au  All teams have to be registered and paid for by Friday 15th July.
We would love to introduce our newest SWIN family We would love to introduce our newest SWIN family member - Shari who has come on board as the Service Coordinator for the Maranoa Balonne region
Western Rivers Cup 2022 - Saturday 3 to Sunday 4, Western Rivers Cup 2022 - Saturday 3 to Sunday 4, September🏏  Looking forward to seeing you all at this year’s WRC to cheer on your teams!!
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