Midwest Times

Yamatji land came alive with celebration this NAIDOC Week, with schools, community groups and entire towns coming together last week to recognise Indigenous prosperity and strength.Flags — featuring both the southern cross and the sun on a desert landscape — were raised across the region, while community members reflected on what it meant to “heal country” — this year’s official theme. Pictured:The Pipeline Band Credit: Leeann Pederson

Yamatji land came alive with celebration this NAIDOC Week, with schools, community groups and entire towns coming together last week to recognise Indigenous prosperity and strength.Flags — featuring both the southern cross and the sun on a desert landscape — were raised across the region, while community members reflected on what it meant to “heal country” — this year’s official theme. Pictured:The Pipeline Band Credit: Leeann Pederson Credit: Leeann Pederson

Towns come together for country NAIDOC Week

Lisa Favazzo & Phoebe PinMidwest Times

Fri, 16 July 2021 8:53AM

Mount Magnet District High School student Lashawna Papertalk, 10.

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Mount Magnet District High School student Lashawna Papertalk, 10. Picture: Supplied

Gregory Yates

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Gregory Yates Picture: The Geraldton Guardian

Andrew Binsar speaking at the Yulella-flag raising in Meekatharra on July 5.

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Andrew Binsar speaking at the Yulella-flag raising in Meekatharra on July 5.

Muriel Little recieving an award at Mount Magnet District High School.

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Muriel Little recieving an award at Mount Magnet District High School.

Zamaria Councillor with Serenity George, 4, and Ducky George, 3, at a NAIDOC celebration in Geraldton.

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Zamaria Councillor with Serenity George, 4, and Ducky George, 3, at a NAIDOC celebration in Geraldton. Picture: The Geraldton Guardian

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Davian Sedgwick, Larzeen Sedgwick, Russell Sedgwick, Jarelle Sedgwick, Mia Sedgwick and Jada Sedgwick. Picture: Picture: Fiona Hayden

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