Celebrate NAIDOC Week in the City of Maribyrnong

Published on 04 July 2025

Council invites the community to come together to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2025, from 6-13 July, honouring the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This year’s theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy”, celebrates the strength of young First Nations leaders, the vision of communities, and the enduring legacy of Elders and Ancestors.

Mayor, Cr Pradeep Tiwari is encouraging community members to get involved in the many NAIDOC Week events happening across our City.

“Here in the City of Maribyrnong, culture and diversity are central to who we are. As a Council, we are committed to supporting events that bring us together to celebrate and learn from one another.”

Council is proud to support a number of community events throughout the week, including the following.

NAIDOC Week Opening and Flag Raising Ceremony
Monday 7 July, 8.30-9am
Civic Precinct and Community Hub, corner Hyde and Napier Streets, Footscray
Join us as we officially open NAIDOC Week with a Welcome to Country, flag raising and Smoking Ceremony.

NAIDOC Family Day
Wednesday 9 July, from 10am
Braybrook Community Hub, 107-139 Churchill Avenue, Braybrook
Enjoy a Welcome to Country by Uncle Boots Cooper, followed by creative workshops and fun activities for all ages. A free sausage sizzle will be available from 12pm, and the day will conclude with a live outdoor musical performance.

For more information and the full NAIDOC Week program, visit: NAIDOC Week 2025

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