Locals are invited to celebrate the rich history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as part of NAIDOC Week from Sunday 6 July to Sunday 13 July.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of NAIDOC Week and the yearly theme is The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy, which acknowledges the resilience of First Nations' cultures and the ongoing efforts to preserve tradition and culture.
"NAIDOC Week is a chance for everyone to come together and reflect on the legacy, contributions and achievements of our First Nations communities," Mayor of Campbelltown Darcy Lound said.
"We share a strong connection with our First Nations communities here in Campbelltown, so our NAIDOC Week celebrations are a great chance for everyone to enjoy these traditions, stories and cultural experiences with a variety of fantastic events held across our community," Cr Lound said.
A special Community Flag Raising Ceremony will be held on Monday 7 July at the Campbelltown City Council Forecourt from 9.30am in recognition of NAIDOC Week.
Participants are encouraged to join a procession through Queen Street and Bradbury Underpass after the ceremony, giving attendees the chance to see the new Ngalambay artwork featured in the space, before the march concludes at Campbelltown Billabong Parklands.
A Community Connection Day will then be held at Campbelltown Billabong Parklands with stalls, cultural activities, knowledge sharing and a complimentary BBQ, from 11am to 3pm.
Residents are also encouraged to support the annual NAIDOC Week Touch Football event held by New South Wales Police on Wednesday 9 July at Sarah Redfern Oval in Minto, from 9am to 3pm.
