NAIDOC Week is a special time to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements and is an opportunity to recognise the contributions Indigenous Australians make to our country and society.

This year’s theme For Our Elders. 

National NAIDOC Week will be celebrated from Sunday 2 July – Sunday 9 July 2023

Annual Celebration Walk | Monday 3 July from 10am
The annual Celebration Walk starts from the Ballina RSL Club and proceeds along River Street to the Ballina Visitor Information Centre for the official flag raising ceremony. Refreshments, BBQ, stalls and games are staged in the carpark behind the Visitor Information Centre. Morning tea will be provided for community Elders in the Richmond Room.

Basketball Events | Monday 3 July from 12-4pm at the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre (BISC)
Basketball NSW is thrilled to join forces with Indigenous Basketball Australia to host multiple free NAIDOC 3x3 Basketball Carnivals throughout regional NSW as part of the annual NAIDOC Week celebrations. This free event is open to players from Under 12's to Opens with plenty of activities for children aged 4.5- 9 years. For more information visit communityspaces.com.au

Download the full program HERE