You Are Here : Home / Services/ Support for people / Aboriginal community

Aboriginal community

The City of Whittlesea is home to a significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population. We're committed to working closely with local Aboriginal communities to provide support and services that promote health, wellbeing and cultural connection. Learn about our initiatives, history, and programs designed to foster inclusion and reconciliation.

For more information about services and support for local Aboriginal communities, please contact our Aboriginal liaison officer on aboriginalofficer@whittlesea.vic.gov.au.

Aboriginal Gathering Place

Discover our plans for creating an Aboriginal Gathering Place in the heart of Quarry Hills regional parkland, South Morang. This space will serve as a cultural hub for community activities and connection.

Aboriginal employment pathways

Learn about our Aboriginal Employment Pathways Strategy and Action Plan. We aim to be an employer of choice for First Nations people through targeted employment opportunities and support.

Aboriginal Inclusion Charter

Explore our Aboriginal Inclusion Charter, which guides our efforts toward reconciliation and supports Aboriginal people living, working and visiting our city with meaningful inclusion practices.

Local Aboriginal history: Wurundjeri-willam people

Uncover the rich history and enduring cultural legacy of the Wurundjeri-willam people, the traditional custodians of the land that now includes the City of Whittlesea and Melbourne's northern suburbs.

National NAIDOC Week

Join the celebrations of National NAIDOC Week, held in the first week of July each year. Honour the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan

Our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan is central to our commitment to inclusivity, equity and engagement with local Aboriginal communities. See our strategic approach to fostering reconciliation.

Whittlesea Reconciliation Group

Whittlesea Reconciliation Group is a community-based committee. It meets regularly to discuss issues, opportunities, initiatives and programs that impact local Aboriginal peoples.

Subscribe to The Yarn

Would you like to stay up-to-date with local cultural events, activities and opportunities happening in the region?

Sign up to The Yarn, our cultural heritage eNewsletter. Each edition highlights upcoming events, things to get involved in, funding opportunities and a unique and beautiful introduction exploring our natural heritage from the perspective of our Kulin Nation seasonal calendar.

You can sign up at culturalheritageofficer@whittlesea.vic.gov.au.