NAIDOC community day at Wyong

The 26th annual Central Coast NAIDOC Community Day will bring the community together on July 9 to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Central Coast Local Health District’s (CCLHD) Aboriginal Health Unit Nunyara will host the free celebration at Wyong Race Club and Function Centre from 10am.

CCLHD District Director Aboriginal Health Stephen Ella said everyone was invited.

“The NAIDOC Community Day is always a fantastic event and we look forward to celebrating the world’s oldest living culture with the Central Coast Community,” he said.

“It’s a great chance to come together, celebrate and learn about Aboriginal culture so we’d love to see a good turnout to support this important day.”

Activities and attractions for the whole family will include: Koori entertainment including a variety of singers, dancers and other performers; children’s and tiny tots area with rides, jumping castle, airbrush tattooing and more; Elders’ precinct, providing a hot feed and activities to bring our Elders together; free health checks and haircuts; more than 50 market stalls from community groups to Blak Businesses and artists; Youth Hub with cultural activities and youth health information; the opportunity to try a virtual reality experience or podcasting with the DigiVan; free barbecue and bush tucker tastings; and a community art project guided by Gary Purchase.

Ella said the health checks would provide free screening and advice for health concerns including diabetes, kidney, heart and lung health.

“It’s a good opportunity for a check-up which could lead to the early detection of preventable disease, meaning better outcomes in the long term,” he said.

For more information about the Central Coast NAIDOC Community Day contact Nunyara on 4320 2698.