A small group gathered at the Dhurga Rock on Friday afternoon to reflect and discuss the meaning of Australia Day in the light of the dispossession of Indigenous people from their land.
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The event was organised by the Two Fires Festival, which seeks to advocate for arts and activism.
“Celebrating a day that for the original Australians is not necessarily a day for celebration at all,” said event organiser Julia Green.
“There seems to be growing momentum of white people, as well as, of course, black fellas, realising that it’s really not ok that this continues.”
Personally, she sees the date of January 26 as an insult to First Australians, says Ms Green.
“It totally disrespects their wishes, and it totally disrespects their culture in my view. I have nothing against celebrating a day for all Australians, but I think this is not the date,” she said.
Elspeth Kernebone
Accident brought me to journalism, but every day convinces me again that strong media is more important than ever. After a starting off as the sole reporter in a tiny NSW town, I’m loving the teeming metropolis that is Bendigo. Focussed on health, business and education. Got a tip? Email elspeth.kernebone@bendigoadvertiser.com.au.
Accident brought me to journalism, but every day convinces me again that strong media is more important than ever. After a starting off as the sole reporter in a tiny NSW town, I’m loving the teeming metropolis that is Bendigo. Focussed on health, business and education. Got a tip? Email elspeth.kernebone@bendigoadvertiser.com.au.
