Reconciliation Maitland

01/11/2026

Watch the Christmas bush burst into bloom this summer with a special First Nations storytime 🌿

Join Storyteller Aunty Michelle Napanangka Earl at East Maitland Library for a reading of Charli and the Christmas Bush. Little ones will learn about First Nations concepts, cultural perspectives and history through stories, songs and craft, then make something beautiful to enjoy over the holidays.

Materials are provided and spaces are limited. Suitable for children aged 3 to 7. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

📍 East Maitland Library
🗓 Saturday 5 December, 10.30am

🎟 Free, bookings essential

Booking link in comments ⬇️

30/10/2026

👀 Need data or information for your organisation or community project?

The NSW Data Connector Service can help your Aboriginal organisation access the Government data you need to keep your community thriving.

If you’re looking for data, reach out for a yarn: https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/aboriginal-affairs-nsw/national-agreement-on-closing-gap/outcomes/data-connector-service

Artwork: 'In the Footsteps of Our Ancestors' artwork by Amy Allerton. Photo: Destination NSW

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Lawyer-led webinar for not-for-profits.

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Expressions of Interest

SOLD OUT. Thank you all for your support.

Keep an eye out for the next one.

I HAVE JUST ADDED 5 MORE TICKETS. These will be the last ones because I like to keep my workshops small to be relaxed and personal.

Are any yorgahs (females) interested in joining me down by the river for a coiled basket weaving workshop?

Sunday 15th November
10am - 1pm
Under the trees on the grass just behind LoQuay River Cafe in Wilson by the Canning River.
$85.00 per person
All materials provided plus a cuppa from LoQuay

30/10/2026

Since 31 October 1975, it’s been against the law in Australia to treat someone unfairly because of their race.

The Racial Discrimination Act was the country’s first federal anti-discrimination law. It covers race, colour, descent, national or ethnic origin and immigrant status, and it applies in places like work, housing and access to services.

If you’ve experienced racial discrimination, the Australian Human Rights Commission explains your rights and how to make a complaint: humanrights.gov.au/commemorating-50-years-racial-discrimination-act

Our members back our anti-racism education across NSW. If that matters to you, join us: reconciliationnsw.org.au/become-a-member

28/10/2026

On 26 October 1985, Anangu were handed back the title deeds to Uluru and Kata Tjuta.

Governor-General Sir Ninian Stephen presented the deeds at a ceremony at Muṯitjulu, at the base of Uluru . It came after decades of campaigning by Anangu, whose land had been left out of the Northern Territory’s 1976 land rights act.

That same day, Anangu leased the park back to the Commonwealth for 99 years.

It’s been jointly managed ever since, with Anangu holding the majority on the park’s board. The Board of Management describes Handback as both the end of a long fight by the old people and the start of that partnership.

Closer to home, NSW passed its own Aboriginal Land Rights Act in 1983, and Local Aboriginal Land Councils across the state are still lodging land claims today.

If you’d like to be part of reconciliation in NSW, become a member: reconciliationnsw.org.au/become-a-member

28/10/2026

Last week, Hume had the pleasure of welcoming Wonnarua and Guringay artist Lesley Salem, who has been commissioned to create a new Aboriginal artwork for our Maitland office.

The artwork will be displayed in our waiting room, helping create a culturally safe and welcoming space while celebrating local Aboriginal talent.

Staff enjoyed hearing about Lesley’s journey as a remote community nurse and her strong family connection to art. Her late father, Uncle Les Elvin, was the recipient of the 2008 National NAIDOC Creative Talent of the Year Award and passed down much of his cultural and creative knowledge.

Lesley’s artwork will celebrate Maitland while reflecting our 'One Hume’ connection across Western Sydney and Port Stephens.

We can’t wait to see her creation come to life!