NAIDOC Week

Celebrate culture.

You want to honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You want your children to learn about First Nations culture. You want to be part of something meaningful. You deserve this.

Join us for NAIDOC Week. Flag raising ceremony. Morning tea. Community gathering. Everyone welcome.

Next NAIDOC Week Event

When: July 11, 2026

Where: Pooraka Farm Community Centre
126 Henderson Road, Pooraka SA 5095

Time: To be announced

Cost: Free

Who’s welcome: Everyone. All ages. All backgrounds.

What Is NAIDOC Week?

NAIDOC stands for National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee. NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We hold a flag raising ceremony followed by morning tea every year on July 11. Everyone in our community is welcome to attend and learn.

Our history

This event was started by Dr. Kevin (Uncle Dookie) O’Loughlin OAM. Now our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Project Officer, Misty Taylor, runs the event with the Warringga Committee. Community members, volunteers and staff support the day.

This tradition continues because culture matters. Respect matters. Learning together matters.

What To Expect

Flag Raising Ceremony

We raise the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags. Community members speak. We show respect for First Nations peoples.

This is a respectful ceremony. Children are welcome. We help them understand what’s happening.

Welcome to Country

A Traditional Owner or Elder provides Welcome to Country. This acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land we gather on.

Listen. Learn. Show respect.

Morning Tea

After the ceremony, we share morning tea together. Food and drinks provided. Meet community members. Talk together. Learn from each other.

Community Stalls

Local organisations set up stalls. Learn about:

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services
  • Cultural programs
  • Community support
  • Local groups

Speakers and Performances

Guest speakers share knowledge. Sometimes we have cultural performances or activities. Each year is different based on the NAIDOC Week theme.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the first peoples of this land. Their culture is the oldest living culture in the world. NAIDOC Week honours this.

We gather to:

  • Show respect for First Nations peoples
  • Learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture
  • Acknowledge past injustices
  • Celebrate ongoing contributions
  • Bring our community together

Culture and respect matter. This event creates space for learning and connection.

For families

Bring your children. They can learn about:

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags and what they mean
  • First Nations culture and history
  • Why respect matters
  • How to be part of reconciliation

This learning shapes how children see the world. It matters.

Why We Hold This Event

Get Involved

Volunteer

Help make NAIDOC Week happen. Support with:

  • Event setup
  • Morning tea preparation
  • Guest support
  • General event tasks

Call us: 08 8406 8488

Community Stalls

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and community groups can book stall space.

Call us: 08 8406 8488
Email: [email protected]

Location And Parking

Pooraka Farm Community Centre
126 Henderson Road, Pooraka SA 5095

Parking:

  • Behind the centre
  • Shared car park with Good Start Early Learning
  • Across the road at Montague Farm Shopping Centre

Public transport: Close to Main North Road. Bus routes 566, 501 and 265 stop nearby.

Accessibility: No-step entry. Wheelchair-accessible toilet available. Tell us if you need specific support.

The Warringga Committee

The Warringga Committee helps organise this event. This group formed in 2020, with Aboriginal members leading and coordinating actions. They share knowledge about Traditional Ecological Knowledge and work on community projects.

The Warringga Committee partners with:

  • University of South Australia Mawson Lakes Campus
  • City of Salisbury
  • City of Walkerville
  • Cobbler Creek Recreational Park
  • Local schools and kindergartens

Pooraka Farm Community Centre is proud to auspice the Warringga Committee.

Join Us

Phone: 08 8406 8488
Email: [email protected]
Address: 126 Henderson Road, Pooraka SA 5095

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm

Culture matters. Respect matters. Join us on July 11, 2026.

Contact Pooraka Farm Community Centre

Questions?

Do we need to register?

No. Just come on the day.

 

Come as you are. Respectful dress appreciated for the ceremony.

 

 

Yes. Children are welcome and encouraged to attend. They will learn important things.

 

 

That’s okay. This event helps you learn. Come with respect and willingness to listen.

 

 

Yes. Parking available at the centre and across the road at Montague Farm Shopping Centre.

 

Arrive before the ceremony start time. We’ll announce the exact time closer to the date.

 

Photos From NAIDOC Week 2025

The theme was Raising The Flag

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