2 July, 2024
The New South Wales Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) has announced the successful recipients of the 2024 Regional Event Grants program. This year, 20 community organisations have been awarded grants to host events throughout the upcoming financial year, showcasing the rich culture of Aboriginal communities across the state.
The selection process this year was particularly challenging due to a record number of applications, reflecting the growing interest and importance of community-driven events in celebrating Aboriginal culture and heritage.
Raymond Kelly, Chairperson of the NSWALC, congratulated all the successful applicants, highlighting the significance of these grants in fostering community pride and connection. “These grants offer a fantastic opportunity for Aboriginal communities to celebrate through music, sport, and the arts,” said Chairperson Kelly. “Community Events are vital in contributing to a vibrant community and positive outcomes for our people.”
Among the standout recipients this year is Kinchela Boys Home Inc., awarded a grant to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the opening of Kinchela Boys Home. This milestone event promises to be a poignant tribute to the resilience of its community members.
Other notable highlights include The National A&TSI Basketball Association’s Battle of the Countries 2024, the Aboriginal Tent Embassy NAIDOC celebration, and the Giiyong Festival, each contributing uniquely to the cultural landscape.
The NSW Aboriginal Land Council extends its gratitude to all applicants for their dedication to preserving and promoting Aboriginal culture and looks forward to supporting these events in the coming year.
NSWALC REGIONAL EVENT GRANTS RECIPIENTS FOR 2024 – 2025
2024
| Koori Kids _ 2024 NAIDOC Week School Initiatives | 7 – 14 July |
| Awabakal Limited NAIDOC Keep the Fires Burning NAIDOC 2024 | 8 July |
| Aboriginal Tent Embassy/ Keep the Fires Burning NAIDOC Event | 14 July |
| AFL NSW-ACT/ NAIDOC Cup | 25 July |
| Art For Literacy Series | 14 August |
| Wiradjuri Traditional Owners Central West Aboriginal Corporation Dhuluny: 200 Years of Wiradjuri Resistance | 14 August |
| Bodalla LALC Community Cultural Burn Day | 15 August |
| National A & TSI Basketball Association Battle of the Countries | 14 – 15 August |
| Menindee Yabbies Rugby League Knock Out – Mirrimiplyi Maura nara Aboriginal Corporation | 14 September |
| Northern United Rugby League Knock Out | 20 – 22 September |
| Kids in Care Cup 2024 (Rugby League) | 21 September |
| Yuin Nation Birriga Bunaan Nightfall Dance | 9 November |
| Kinchela Boys Home Aboriginal Corporation Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the opening of Kinchela Boys Home | 18 – 20 October |
| Tyson Demos Basketball Challenge Basketball NSW | 10 November |
| Diz Footprints – NSW Aboriginal Golf Championships 2024 | 22 November |
2025
| Twofold Aboriginal Corporation Giiyong Festival: Nightfall Dance | January |
| NSW Aboriginal Bowls Tournament – Moree | 24 – 25 January |
| Lloyd McDermott – Ella 7’s Championship | March |
| Goodooga League 9s Goodooga League 9s | April |
| Colly Connected Indigenous Corporation – Cultural Sports Day | 7 June |