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National Reconciliation Week - Gobata Dja (Caring...
27
May
Date
27 May (Wednesday)
Time
Wed, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Venue
Ballarat Library, 178 Doveton St N
Ballarat Central VIC, Australia
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The National Reconciliation Week - Gobata Dja (Caring for Country) event is scheduled for Wednesday, 27 May 2026, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm AEST. This cultural education session marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June) and the anniversary of the 1967 Referendum.
Event Details
Context and Theme
Event NameNational Reconciliation Week - Gobata Dja (Caring for Country).
Date & TimeWednesday, 27 May 2026, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm.
LocationBallarat Library, 178 Doveton Street North, Ballarat Central, VIC 3350.
TypeCultural education session and community event.
DescriptionPresented by a Traditional Owner from the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation, the session focuses on the Wadawurrung Healthy Country Plan, the impacts of colonisation, and the resilience of the Wadawurrung People.
Cost/TicketsBooking is typically required through Humanitix, where 100% of profits from booking fees are dedicated to charity.
Theme for 2026: The national theme is "All In", a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every day.
SignificanceThe event coincides with the start of National Reconciliation Week, which commemorates two major milestones: the 1967 Referendum (27 May) and the Mabo High Court decision (3 June).
Other ActivitiesIn addition to the library session, the City of Ballarat often holds a flag-raising ceremony and Wadawurrung Ceremony at 10:30 am on the same day to mark the week's commencement.
Updated at 24 Mar 2026
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