First Nations Days of Significance
Acknowledging important dates for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples shows respect for their people, culture and defining historical moments.
13 February, Apology Day
The Hon. Kevin Rudd MP was the first Australian Prime Minister to give a public apology to the Stolen Generations on behalf of the Federal Government.
Apology to Australia's Indigenous peoples | Indigenous.gov.au
17 March, Close the Gap Day
National Close the Gap Day acknowledges and supports the right for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to have health equality.
CLOSE THE GAP
26 May, Sorry Day
National Sorry Day is an annual day of commemoration and remembrance of those who have been impacted by government policies of forcible removal.
For more information visit Reconciliation Australia
27 May, 1967 Referendum
The 1967 Referendum gave the Australian Government power to make laws for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Prior to this, First Nations people did not have the same rights as other Australians under the Australian Constitution.
For more information on the1967 Referendum visit 1967 Referendum | Reconciliation Australia
27 May - 3 June, Reconciliation Week
National Reconciliation Week is celebrated each year between 27 May and 3 June. These dates commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey: the anniversaries of the successful referendum and High Court Mabo decision.
National Reconciliation Week
3 June, Mabo Day
On this day in 1992, The High Court of Australia delivered its landmark Mabo decision which legally recognised that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a special relationship to the land.
Eddie Koiki Mabo | AIATSIS
2 - 9 July, NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC stands for National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements.
NAIDOC Week
4 August, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is celebrated each year on 4 August. This day celebrates the strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children which comes from connection to culture and mob.
SNAICC | National Voice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children