NRW Events Calendar 2025

Every year workplaces, schools, early learning services, community groups, reconciliation groups, and people right across the country host a range of activities and events during National Reconciliation Week (NRW).

The dates for NRW are the same each year: 27 May to 3 June. Look through the calendar to see how you can mark NRW at an event near you.

Hosting your own NRW event? Head to the Events page to add it to the calendar.

Please note: the events on this calendar are not the responsibility of Reconciliation Australia. If you have any questions regarding an event, please contact the organisers.

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‘Lipwurrunga’ by Les Huddleston

Town Hall Gallery 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn

From the shimmering waters of the Roper River, the barramundi’s life unfolds—a dance of renewal and resilience, moving with the tides of nature and tradition. This powerful life cycle is […]

Charmaine Davis exhibition

Brookfield Place Sydney 10 Carrington Street, Sydney

On display at Brookfield Place Sydney are four works by artist Charmain Davis. About the artist Charmaine Davis is a proud Gumbaynggir and Bundjalung artist based in Queensland. Painting landscapes […]

Towards Truth Exhibition Hurstville Library

Hurstville Library Corner Dora Street and Queens Road, Hurstville, Sydney

Towards Truth is a groundbreaking truth-telling project that was informed by the men and women of the First Nations Regional

Memory Time And Country Exhibition

Kingston Arts Centre 979-985 Nepean Hwy, Moorabbin

A visual arts exhibition featuring 3 First Nations artists

Reconciliation Exhibition Bridging Now to Next

Shire of Carnarvon Library Art Gallery 18 Egan Street, Carnarvon

Welcome to the Shire of Carnarvon's first Reconciliation Exhibition, hosted by the Library & Art Gallery & Community Art Hub!

Perspectives of Brisbane

Museum of Brisbane (MoB) Level 3 - Brisbane City Hall, Brisbane City

Discover the evolving life of Brisbane.

Confined 16

Glen Eira City Council Gallery Cnr Glen Eira & Hawthorn Roads, Caulfield

Explore 400 artworks by 400 First Nations artists whose lives have been impacted by the criminal legal system in Victoria.

Gugubarra by Stacey Payten

Maroondah Federation Estate Gallery 32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood

Gugubarra is an exhibition by Stacey Payten that pays homage her family's Matriarch through painting, weaving and textiles.

Aluni Manta Nyangatja Art at Bird in Hand Winery

Bird in Hand Winery 150 Pfeiffer Road, Woodside

A sensory experience showcasing art, wine, gardens & culture at Bird in Hand Winery in the Adelaide Hills (Peramangk Land).

NI BIRDIYA WAANGKINY koodjal | City of Swan

City of Swan Libraires 45 Helena St, Midland, Perth

Six local Aboriginal Elders share a glimpse of their life journeys, trials and tribulations

Collaborative National Reconciliation Week artwork

Harrys Place, I Willeroo St, Tiwi 1 Willeroo Street, Tiwi

Highlight your commitment towards reconciliation on a large format collaborative artwork in the Harry's Place reception area.

Nan’garim Mi’bir

Maroochydore Library Artspace 44 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore

Nan'garim Mi'bir exhibition | Sammy Ray Jones Peer Waneragal | 27 May to 19 July | Maroochydore Library Artspace

These Entanglements Ecology After Nature Exhibition

UQ Art Museum The University of Queensland, St Lucia

Explore the interconnection between ecology and social systems through Indigenous art, highlighting strategies for survival and cultural healing.

Reconciliation Week Art Exhibition

Birrunga Gallery at Milton Green 19 Cribb Street, Milton

Birrunga Gallery's CCDP National Reconciliation Week Art Exhibition

Free Aboriginal Heritage Walk

Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne Birdwood Avenue, South Yarra

Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide.

Stories through time Living cultures enduring connections exhibition

UQ Anthropology Museum The University of Queensland, St Lucia

In the spirit of considering the 2025 National Reconciliation Week (NRW) theme, Bridging Now to Next, which reflects the ongoing connection between past, present and future, please join UQ Anthropology […]

Reconciliation Week highlights tour

National Portrait Gallery King Edward Terrace, Parkes, Canberra

A free highlights tour to discover some of the remarkable, resilient and inspirational First Nations peoples on display

Reconciliation Week Highlights Tour

National Portrait Gallery King Edward Terrace, Parkes

Join us at the National Portrait Gallery every day from 1–1.45pm for a free Reconciliation Week highlights tour to discover some of the remarkable, resilient and inspirational Aboriginal and Torres […]

Reconciliation Week Morning Tea

Kindy Patch Salisbury Heights 41 The Grove Way, Salisbury Heights

Children will engage in age-appropriate activities that explore the themes of respect, connection, and inclusion. We’ll share stories,

St Paul Apostle North Reconciliation Week

St Paul Apostle North 76 Mossgiel Park Drive, Endeavour Hills VIC, Australia, Melbourne

School wide activities to teach the school community about Reconciliation Week, Aboriginal Art, Culture and Spirituality.

National Reconciliation Week Event Macka

Kulla Mulla Gorinna Special Assistance School 133 Alfred Street, Mackay

Meet with community, enjoy a free sausage sizzle and get involved in activities from ATSICHS, Connected Beginnings, Deadly Choices, Mackay

Griffith AMS Reconciliation Cup

Griffith Regional Sports Centre 15 Merrowie Street, Griffith

Friday 30th May 9:30am – 2:30pm Griffith Regional Sports Centre Griffith AMS Youth Services proudly presents the Griffith AMS Reconciliation Cup. A celebration of National Reconciliation Week that brings together […]

Reconciliation Week Walk in Busselton

Merenj Boodja Bush Garden 4 Queen Street, Busselton

Community members are invited to join a Reconciliation Week Walk in Busselton on Friday 30 May 2025 at 10.00am.

Koojay Corroboree | Coogee Beach

Coogee Beach Rainbow Walkway Arden Street, Coogee

Live performances, cultural workshops, stalls, and children's activities right on steps of Coogee Beach. Celebrating 10 years in 2025!

Malang Hunter Indigenous Artists Exhibition

Newcastle University Gallery University Drive, Callaghan

Step into the world of Malang, an extraordinary exhibition that celebrates the rich cultural heritage and artistic prowess.

Marra Elders Intergenerational Playgroup

Aboriginal Elders Village 2 Oldford Street, Davoren Park

Bring your bub and join our elders for art, songs, stories, and play!
Call (08) 8287 1454 to book

Bendigo TAFE Reconciliation Week Event

Bendigo TAFE Echuca campus Corner of Hare and Darling Streets, Echuca, Echuca

Join us at Bendigo TAFE’s Echuca campus featuring cultural performances, fun activities and FREE lunch.

Bush Kinder

narrm ngarrgu Library 141 Therry Street, Melbourne

Join the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation for Bush Kinder.
Make a connection with the environment through hands-on exploration.

How to Look at Art through Culture

National Gallery of Australia 3 Parkes Place East, Parkes

Join First Nations Educators, Maggie Douglas, Kabi Kabi people, and Noah Watson, Butchulla & Kuku-Yalanji peoples, for a talk in Ever Present: First Peoples Art of Australia. Maggie and Noah […]

Southern Grampians Shire Council Basket Weaving

Ted Kenna Room Hamilton Performing Arts Centre 113 Brown Street, Hamilton

Traditional Basket Weaving with Gilgar Gunditj Elder, Aunty Eileen Alberts. Limited spots available, bookings are essential.

Reconciliation Panel

Carclew Tutu Karralikanungka 11 Jeffcott St, North Adelaide

Join us at Carclew/Tutu Karralikanungku for a unique Reconciliation Week Panel Discussion.

NRW Screening of Kindred

National Art School Cell Block Theatre 56 Forbes St, Darlinghurst

As part of our NAS NRW program, we invite you to a special screening of the documentary Kindred (2023).

Reconciliation Week Art Exhibition Official Opening

Lake Bolac Information and Business Centre 2110 Glenelg Highway, Lake Bolac

Reconciliation Week Art Exhibition Official Opening at Lake Bolac on Friday May 30th, 6.00pm featuring Warlpiri artist Bec Napanangka Clayton.

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Paul House with gum leaves and smoke
Paul Girrawah House

Paul Girrawah House has multiple First Nation ancestries from the South-East Canberra region, including the Ngambri-Ngurmal (Walgalu), Pajong (Gundungurra), Wallabollooa (Ngunnawal) and Erambie/Brungle (Wiradyuri) family groups.

Paul acknowledges his diverse First Nation history, he particularly identifies as a descendant of Onyong aka Jindoomang from Weereewaa (Lake George) and Henry ‘Black Harry’ Williams from Namadgi who were both multilingual, essentially Walgalu-Ngunnawal-Wiradjuri speaking warriors and Ngunnawal–Wallaballooa man William Lane aka ‘Billy the Bull’ - Murrjinille.

Paul was born at the old Canberra hospital in the centre of his ancestral country and strongly acknowledges his First Nation matriarch ancestors, in particular his mother Dr Aunty Matilda House-Williams and grandmother, Ms Pearl Simpson-Wedge.

Paul completed a Bachelor of Community Management from Macquarie University, and Graduate Certificate in Wiradjuri Language, Culture and Heritage and Management from CSU.

Paul provided the Welcome to Country for the 47th Opening of Federal Parliament in 2022. Paul is Board Director, Ngambri Local Aboriginal Land Council, Member Indigenous Reference Group, National Museum of Australia and Australian Government Voice Referendum Engagement Group.  

Paul works on country with the ANU, First Nations Portfolio as a Senior Community Engagement Officer

Acknowledgement of Country

Reconciliation Australia acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing  connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be aware that this website contains images or names of people who have passed away.

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