Allison Casey has had many moments in her life that have shaped her understanding of reconciliation. She has realised that it's not only about large political conversations. For her it began by questioning what we are taught as children, listening to uncomfortable truths and choosing to see people and Country differently. Allison’s family moved from her hometown in The lower Blue Mountains to rural Queensland when she was about five years old. She was trying to understand a n

Has your organisation or employer adopted a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)? A RAP allows organisations to continuously develop their reconciliation commitments. See more info about RAPs at Reconciliation Australia. Although, many organisations tell us the hardest part isn't writing a RAP—it's knowing what to do next. How do you create meaningful local engagement? How do you involve staff? How do you build genuine relationships with Aboriginal people and community? How do y

Did you know that we’re working towards creating Aboriginal memorialisation areas at Woronora Cemetery? It is important that a sacred resting place is reconciled with First Nations peoples providing spiritual, culturally appropriate options for the First Nations community. These spaces reflect deep respect for traditions, connection to Country and the significance of Aboriginal customs. First Nations community members, representatives from the Gandangarra Land Council and Sut

Do you enjoy the excitement of being at a Cronulla Sharks home game? How about combining this with raising money for Sutherland Shire Reconciliation? Or perhaps you’re like Xavier Millen who can’t currently donate money, but can donate his time? You have the opportunity to join a group of SSR volunteers to sell raffle tickets at a Sharks match in Woolooware on 15 August 2026. If you’re feeling nervous about whether you have sales skills or reconciliation knowledge, you needn

Despite forecasts of rain, the sun shone on this year's NAIDOC Week Community Festival at Gunamatta Park, Cronulla, celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements. The crowd of thousands of community members was noticeably larger than last year, contributing to the vibrant and welcoming atmosphere throughout the day. A highlight of the day was the beautiful Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony which encouraged a sense of respect and gra

There are times when we attend an event and remember the speeches. There are times when we remember the ceremony. And then there are those rare occasions when what stays with us is the spirit behind it all. Sonja Scherer’s recent visit to St John Bosco College Engadine was one of those occasions. Dana Scully recently created a NAIDOC-inspired liturgical stole and chasuble to present to the principal celebrant at an assembly on the final day of Reconciliation Week.The handmade

Mary Hayman is a non-indigenous woman living in the Sutherland Shire, and a recently retired teacher. Her life has changed significantly since early 2023. “I was at home one day, scrolling through Facebook when a post from my neighbour Trish popped up saying that there was going to be a meeting round the corner from us in the community garden hall,” Mary shared. The meeting was all about the Voice to Parliament referendum and it was specifically for those living in the local