If you are feeling unwell and think you may have COVID-19 symptoms, contact Health Direct on 1800 022 222 (Freecall). Official information about COVID-19 from the NSW Government. Resources and information on support for Aboriginal people can be found at the COVID-19 and Aboriginal Communities – Essential Information page.
Aboriginal languages across the State will continue to be taught, learned and translated through a range of projects funded through the NSW
Government’s Aboriginal Languages Community Investment Program.
The NSW Government today announced $350 million for vital Aboriginal programs to further support some of the most vulnerable people and families in the state.
Bundjalung artist Dr. Bronwyn Bancroft will be the inaugural recipient of the NSW Aboriginal Creative Fellowship.
5-March-2018
The NSW Government is again offering grants for grassroots organisations to run local events in NAIDOC Week, the annual celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
Minister for Aboriginal Affairs Sarah Mitchell said she is proud the NSW Government is continuing to acknowledge the significance of NAIDOC Week and encourages all eligible organisations to take advantage of this opportunity.
“NAIDOC Week is a unique opportunity to recognise the culture, history and achievements of our First Australians and their contributions to this country,” said Ms Mitchell.
Not-for-profit community groups are invited to apply for funding of up to $3,000. A total of $200,000 is being made available to support NAIDOC activities across NSW.
Grant applications open Tuesday 6 March and close 5pm Friday 20 April 2018.
For more information and how to apply, visit the Aboriginal Affairs NSW website at https://www.aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au/grants/naidoc-week-grants.
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