Culturally safe events and activities for the broader community.
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Sep - Social and Emotional Wellbeing Group - HEYWOOD/HAMILTON
Bringing mob together to yarn, connect, and have a feed in a culturally safe space that promotes and supports strong social and emotional wellbeing for our community.
Sep - Dec - First Nations Community Connections Program - PAKENHAM
This is a relaxed and welcoming space to come together, have a yarn, enjoy a feed, and connect with local community, services, and culture. Whether you come on your own or bring family along, held on the second last Friday of the month.
3 - 6 Sep - Black and Bright Literary Event - MELBOURNE
Blak & Bright is Australia’s leading organisation dedicated to showcasing and elevating First Nations literary voices.
EOi 3 - 6 Sep - Blak & Bright 2026 Volunteers - VICTORIA
We’re looking for passionate volunteers to help with ticketing, set up, artist liaison, crowd control and event support, between Thursday 3 September and Sunday 6 September 2026.
4 Sep - Men’s Breath Work Session - SHEPPARTON
Join Natarsha Bamblett for a Men’s Breath Work Session. All community members are welcome. Places are limited - register early!
4 Sep - Mum’s and Bub’s Photoshoot - MOOROOPNA
Join us for a FREE photoshoot!
4 Sep - Mullum Women’s Dinner - RINGWOOD EAST
To ALL of our wonderful women! Whether you come along to Women's Group regularly or can’t usually make it, we'd love to invite you to a relaxed evening of connection, good food, and great company.
4 Sep - VACCA Father's Day BBQ - WYNDHAM VALE
From 4pm at the Wunggwurrwil Dhurrung Centre on Friday, 4 September, we'll be hosting a BBQ to celebrate all of our deadly dads. Come down for a yarn, a free feed and to connect with community for a pre-father's day celebration.
4 Sep - Goolum Community Lunch - HORSHAM
Join us at the Goolum Goolum Dalki Guli Hub Cafe for a FREE Souvlaki Lunch — a time to gather, yarn and welcome the warmer weather together.
5 Sep - Seeing Country Community Painting - HASTINGS
Mob only. Hey mob, our next Art workshop is coming up. Places are limited so get in quick.
Ending 5 Sep - Kindred People Festival - CLAYTON
Kindred People is an Indigenous‑led gathering of global First Nations artists, Elders, Knowledge Holders, students and community, coming to Monash University on Boonwurrung Country in September 2026. See full program via the link.
6 Sep - Geelong Cats AFLW Indigenous Round - GEELONG
The Cats are taking on Essendon, and we've got 20 PREMIUM tickets to give away to Community!
7 Sep - Women's Business Yarn - HEIDELBERG WEST
A Women's Health Nurse from FPHW will be present. Join us at Women's Group.
8 Sep - Community Lunch & Yarn with AHV - BENDIGO
Come along for lunch and learn about Aboriginal Housing Victoria's (AHV) plans for housing services, ask questions, and share your feedback.
Ending 8 Sep - Line Dancing Fun - ECHUCA
Easy steps, great music, good vibes - lace up your boots and come give it a go at Njernda Youth Hub! Every Tuesday for 4 weeks, starting Tuesday 18th August.
9 Sep - Maroondah City Women’s Health Forum - RINGWOOD EAST
Please see details for Maroondah City Councils Women’s Health Forum! Register using the QR code.
9 Sep - Free Dental Community Service - SEYMOUR
Free dental services open to everyone in the community! Hosted by Rumbalara.
10 Sep - Learn to Cook - HEIDELBERG WEST
Learn to cook new recipes. Help with our cook up for Mob Dinner. Presented by Barrbunin Beek.
11 Sep - 9KM Walk for Suicide Awareness - PRESTON
Join us on a 9k walk to raise awareness and break the cycle and barriers around mental health in our community
11 Sep - Casey Aboriginal Community Lunch - DOVETON
We have some special guests coming along this Open to All lunch.
12 Sep - Mildura NAIDOC Senior Ball - MILDURA
18+. There will be a Welcome and Smoking Ceremony, Awards of the Night, and a three-course meal, all included in your ticket. Formal attire, a full night of celebration, and a chance to come together and have a deadly time.
Closing 13 Sep - Exhibition: they tried to tame Birrarung - MELBOURNE
KHT is proud to occupation studies: ngayanhurra bayarral Birrarung (they tried to tame Birrarung) a new multichannel audiovisual artwork.
14 Sep - Sheriff's Office is visiting - ECHUCA
To help community members get advice on warrants, status checks and more - in a safe, supportive space.
15 Sep - Possum Skin Cloak Workshop - NORLANE
This workshop is an opportunity for community to come together to contribute to the creation of possum skin cloaks and blankets for patients on their cancer journey or receiving palliative care, supporting connection, comfort and cultural care.
15 Sep - Community Eye-Health Appointments - SUNBURY
All appointments are available so call us on 0406 174 764 to book in! Please note - these appointments are for mob and their partners, we cannot offer service to the broader community.
16 Sep - BADAC Dance Group - BALLARAT
We welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mob from Ballarat and surrounding districts to join us in sharing culture, learning together, dancing and connecting through cultural expression.
16 Sep - 6 Oct - Djaara Malamiya Mang 2026 Program - BENDIGO
Aboriginal arts and culture festival celebrating the enduring connection between the Dja Dja Wurrung People, Culture, and Country across central Victoria.
17 Sep - BAYMOB Expo 2026 - FRANKSTON
Promoting health and wellbeing.
18 Sep - Fitzroy Stars Football & Netball Club Presentation Night - SOUTH WHARF
Come together with teammates, volunteers, supporters, sponsors and our wider Stars family as we recognise the outstanding achievements of our players, coaches and club community, and present our 2026 season awards.
18 Sep - Onus Vs. Alcoa - 45 Year Celebration - LAKE CONDAH
Join us to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the High Court decision led by Aunty Sandra Onus & Aunty Tina Saunders.
19 Sep - Women’s Wellbeing Workshop - SUNBURY
We are continuing – a safe and supportive space for women to come together, connect, and take time for themselves.
21 Sept - Wathaurong Open Day - NORLANE
There will be information, activations, and a chance to yarn with staff members from all areas of our organisation. Any questions about this event, reach out to [email protected]
22 Sep - Possum Skin Cloak Workshop - NORLANE
This workshop is an opportunity for community to come together to contribute to the creation of possum skin cloaks and blankets for patients on their cancer journey or receiving palliative care, supporting connection, comfort and cultural care.
23 Sep - Community Health Day/Yarn and Feed - CRANBOURNE
We will have the following attractions: A range of health services, Animals, Coffee Van, Face painting, Elder, BBQ, Cultural activities for all to experience, Free items table. Register via link.
Ending 23 Sep - BDAC Online Safety Workshops - BENDIGO
Learn how to strengthen your privacy and online security. Come and yarn with BDAC staff about staying safe online, and get help with practical online safety support.
24 Sep - Ngwala Community BBQ - RICHMOND
Sausage sizzle and coffee van.
27 Sep - 18 Oct - Birrarung River Festival - MELBOURNE
Riverfest returns in 2026 with 70+ events from the source to the sea and it’s tributaries. From walks, talks and paddles to art, music, storytelling, wildlife spotting and tree planting — there's something for everyone at Riverfest.
Closing 28 Sep - Entries Open - Koorie Art Show 14 - VIC
Are you an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artist living in Victoria? We’d love you to be part of one of Victoria’s most celebrated exhibitions of First Peoples art.
29 Sep - Possum Skin Cloak Workshop - COLAC
This workshop is an opportunity for community to come together to contribute to the creation of possum skin cloaks and blankets for patients on their cancer journey or receiving palliative care, supporting connection, comfort and cultural care.
29 Sep - Spring Holidays Community Dinner - DOVETON
Come along and enjoy a delicious dinner with family and friends these school holidays.
3 Oct - Gugu Dindi Gunyah - MELBOURNE
Featuring Uncle Kutcha Edwards. Gugu Dindi Gunyah. Many Rivers. One Home. is a powerful celebration of culture, resilience and collective belonging, shaped by rivers, songline, ancestral stories and shared memory.
3 Oct - Campfire Concert - BRENANAH
Hosts Mel and Tim Fitzgerald and Loddon Valley Arts Trail are delighted to announce that, with the assistance and collaboration of Djaara’s Dumuwul agency, the Campfire Concert with Carl Pannuzzo is now in Kooyoora State Park, at the Melville Caves Picnic Ground.
10/11 Oct - VACSAL Senior Football and Netball carnival - WARRNAMBOOL
Invites to the Registration Night will be emailed to team managers after registration closes on Sunday, 27th September 2026 at 5pm. Registration is to ensure that all playing participants in the carnival are covered by insurance.
10/11 Oct - Banyule Open Studios - HEIDELBERG WEST
We would like to offer you a FREE space to set up a studio at Barrbunin Beek from the 10th to 11th October where you can showcase your work, creative process, build your artistic profile, promote yourself and sell your work.
12 Oct - Clifton Hill Jiujitsu - Celebrating 20 years - CLIFTON HILL
20 year celebration - past students most welcome. Celebrating Aboriginal martial arts.
12 Oct - The Brunswick Circle - BRUNSWICK
Join us for an evening of conversation, connection and collective reflection as migrant, refugee and First Nations voices come together to explore what reconciliation can look like in multicultural Australia.
14 Oct - First Nations Women's Breakfast - CARLTON
Join us for a morning of laughter, love, lessons, and healing with First Nations women at our breakfast event! With Shelley Ware and Emma Bamblett.
14 Oct - Film Screening: Ablaze (2021) - NORTHCOTE
This History Month, join us to see a documentary about the charismatic Aboriginal cultural leader, William “Bill” Onus.
17 Oct - 21st Gala Fundraiser Event 2026 - DONCASTER
Join us for a special evening of culture, community and celebration at Mullum Mullum Aboriginal Gathering Place's 21st Annual Fundraising Gala.
24 Oct - Cultural Yarns for Carers of Aboriginal Children - ONLINE
These sessions are designed to support carers to strengthen their confidence, knowledge, and practical skills in nurturing the cultural identity, belonging, and wellbeing of Aboriginal children in their care.
29 Oct - Ngwala Community BBQ - RICHMOND
Sausage sizzle and coffee van.
27 Nov - BADAC Twilight Market - BALLARAT
That's right, the BADAC Twilight Market is back again for 2026!!
Ending 29 Nov - BIYAL Exhibition - CASTLEMAINE
A free exhibition featuring the creative mind of Traditional Owners, allies, and the cultural act of giving back to Country. Presenting the wood gifted from the Guildford Biyal (Red gum) - known affectionately as the Guildford Big Tree.
EOi Dec - Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program guidelines - VIC
Assists in addressing a range of barriers to the community’s participation in sport and active recreation across the state. Applications open until funding allocation is exhausted.
1 Dec - Cultural Yarns for Carers of Aboriginal Children - ONLINE
These sessions are designed to support carers to strengthen their confidence, knowledge, and practical skills in nurturing the cultural identity, belonging, and wellbeing of Aboriginal children in their care.
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6/7 Feb - Cultural Connections Retreat - HEALESVILLE
Bringing First Nations Carers together for a weekend of connection, learning and development. Immersed in Cultural Therapeutic Ways, social and emotional wellbeing, Men’s and Women’s Business and supporting our mob in Out of Home Care. Hosted by VACCA.
Closing 31 Aug 2027 - Territories Stolen Generations Redress Scheme - AUS
For for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who were removed from their families or communities as a child in the Northern Territory (before 1 July 1978), the Australian Capital Territory (before 11 May 1986) or the Jervis Bay Territory.