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National Reconciliation Week

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About National Reconciliation Week

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

The week is recognised nationally from 27 May to 3 June and commemorates two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey – the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively. 

Join us to mark National Reconciliation Week in the City of Melville with a month of free events celebrating the history, culture, achievements and stories of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We invite you to place reconciliation in your heart, mind and actions as we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

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Aboriginal Elder, Uncle Neville Collard, standing next to three people laughing, with smoke from smoking ceremony in the background.

What to Expect

A special collaboration with Blak Dingo Club will celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories in a series of movie nights and a fun quiz night at the Melville Main Hall. All events are free - bookings are essential as capacity is limited - use the event links below to find out more about each event and register your place.

Share breakfast and watch the screening of Reconciliation WA's launch event, come along to storytime sessions at the libraries and Koolangka Waangkiny - Noongar Language Storytime. 

Go deeper into reconciliation with cultural educator and artist Rickeeta Walley in a guided walk on country, and join us for a powerful conversation with Dr Tracey Westerman AM - psychologist, author and proud Nyamal woman.

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National Reconciliation Week Events

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Reconciliation at the Library

During National Reconciliation Week, our libraries are launching a special edition library card - the Reconciliation Card to symbolise our shared commitment to reconciliation. New and existing members will be able to visit your local library from Tuesday, 27 May to swap your existing card or sign up. The card features the artwork 'Beeliar Boodja' created by young people from our Willagee community as part of the Connection to Country program. 

Come along to specially themed reconciliation Storytime Sessions across our libraries during the week, and Koolangka Waangkiny - Noongar Cultural Storytime on Saturday, 31 May at Wilgi Kaartdijin Mia Willagee Library and AH Bracks Library + Creative Space. 

Visit the Reconciliation Reading Nook at our Civic Centre to enjoy artwork by First Nations artists from our collection, learn about our reconciliation initiatives and explore reconciliation-themed books from our libraries. Scroll down to see the book titles selected for the reading nook.

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Reconciliation Reading Nook - Book Titles

  • Check out some of the fiction books by First Nations authors selected for our Reconciliation Reading Nook at the Civic Centre.Check out some of the fiction books by First Nations authors selected for our Reconciliation Reading Nook at the Civic Centre.
  • With many great stories to choose from, you can also search our online catalogue for these fiction books by First Nations authors.With many great stories to choose from, you can also search our online catalogue for these fiction books by First Nations authors.
  • Visit the Reconciliation Reading Nook at the Civic Centre to find out more about these non-fiction books by First Nations authors.Visit the Reconciliation Reading Nook at the Civic Centre to find out more about these non-fiction books by First Nations authors.
  • Learn more about these First Nations authors and their personal story in these great biographies.Learn more about these First Nations authors and their personal story in these great biographies.
  • With beautiful stories and artwork, our young readers can also enjoy these fantastic picture books by First Nations authors. With beautiful stories and artwork, our young readers can also enjoy these fantastic picture books by First Nations authors.
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  • Check out some of the fiction books by First Nations authors selected for our Reconciliation Reading Nook at the Civic Centre.
  • With many great stories to choose from, you can also search our online catalogue for these fiction books by First Nations authors.
  • Visit the Reconciliation Reading Nook at the Civic Centre to find out more about these non-fiction books by First Nations authors.
  • Learn more about these First Nations authors and their personal story in these great biographies.
  • With beautiful stories and artwork, our young readers can also enjoy these fantastic picture books by First Nations authors.

Venue and Accessibility Information

Cultural Safety
Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander attendees, please note that some of the films in the Blak Dingo Club Movie Nights may feature People who have passed away. 
Melville Main Hall - Blak Dingo Club Movie Nights and Quiz Night
Melville Main Hall is accessible via ramp and is located on the ground floor. ACROD and general parking is available close to the entrance of the hall. Seating and wheelchair space is available in the front row of theatre style seating. There are accessible toilets located at the Main Hall.
Melville Civic Centre and Libraries
For venue and accessibility information about the Melville Civic Centre or your local library, please contact them directly to ensure they can assist with your specific accessibility needs. Contact information can be found via our Contact Us page. 

National Reconciliation Week Gallery

  • Join us for a night at the Blak Dingo Club movies, curated by Ilona McGuire.Join us for a night at the Blak Dingo Club movies, curated by Ilona McGuire.
  • Come along to the Willagee Community Centre for breakfast and to watch the launch of Reconciliation WA's National Reconciliation Week.Come along to the Willagee Community Centre for breakfast and to watch the launch of Reconciliation WA's National Reconciliation Week.
  • Bring the family to Koolangka Waangkiny - Noongar Cultural Storytime or any of the special themed library storytime sessions during National Reconciliation Week.Bring the family to Koolangka Waangkiny - Noongar Cultural Storytime or any of the special themed library storytime sessions during National Reconciliation Week.
  • Get out on country for a guided walk and talk in the Noongar season of makuru, led by Rickeeta Walley.Get out on country for a guided walk and talk in the Noongar season of makuru, led by Rickeeta Walley.
  • Join us for a powerful Reconciliation in Conversation with Dr Tracey Westerman at AH Bracks Library + Creative Space.Join us for a powerful Reconciliation in Conversation with Dr Tracey Westerman at AH Bracks Library + Creative Space.
  • Come along to Blak Dingo Club Quiz Night for a fun night of trivia, games and community as you learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander excellence throughout history.Come along to Blak Dingo Club Quiz Night for a fun night of trivia, games and community as you learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander excellence throughout history.
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  • Join us for a night at the Blak Dingo Club movies, curated by Ilona McGuire.
  • Come along to the Willagee Community Centre for breakfast and to watch the launch of Reconciliation WA's National Reconciliation Week.
  • Bring the family to Koolangka Waangkiny - Noongar Cultural Storytime or any of the special themed library storytime sessions during National Reconciliation Week.
  • Get out on country for a guided walk and talk in the Noongar season of makuru, led by Rickeeta Walley.
  • Join us for a powerful Reconciliation in Conversation with Dr Tracey Westerman at AH Bracks Library + Creative Space.
  • Come along to Blak Dingo Club Quiz Night for a fun night of trivia, games and community as you learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander excellence throughout history.
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