Reconciliation
Alyenik Ramindjeri-Ngarrindjeri ruwi. Ya:ral-inti towun, nginti Ngul-ildal Ramindjeri-Ngarrindjeri meli. Kar yamalai ma:thawar alyenik ruw-ald. This here is Ramindjeri-Ngarrindjeri land. When you tread, you should think of the Ramindjeri-Ngarrindjeri people. They are the first custodians of this land.
Reconciliation Action Plan
The Council worked closely with three cultural advisors (Mark Koolmatrie, Cedric Varcoe and Kyla McHughes) to produce the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and establish a framework and vision for reconciliation in the City of Victor Harbor. Feedback and input was also sought from Council staff, Council Members and the community.
Based around the core pillars of relationships, respect and opportunities, the RAP outlines actions for the Council to take in order to enhance relationships with First Nations peoples and create genuine change. It will guide Council to sustainably and strategically take meaningful action to advance reconciliation.
Download the Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan
National Reconciliation Week
National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation.
Voices for Reconciliation: A Powerful Afternoon of Community Connection
On Sunday 31 May 2026, community members gathered at the Grosvenor Hotel Beer Garden for Voices for Reconciliation, a special event proudly hosted by City of Victor Harbor and Moorundi ACCHS as part of National Reconciliation Week.
The afternoon brought people together in the spirit of unity, reflection, shared stories and music.
We were welcomed by Chaneil Kartinyeri; and the local Nunga Youth stood proud and sang in Ngarrindjeri with Aunty Leonie.
Jono Stier from Eskatology, Ngarrindjeri creative and hip hop artist, shared powerful messages through his spoken word and led us in a community rendition of Midnight Oil’s iconic Beds are Burning. Jono was then joined by local musician Aza Newland, weaving their voices together to perform a reimagined version of Beds are Burning, accompanied by Nisa Bella and Jono’s children and inviting everyone to join in the chorus lines – a truly magic moment for all present.
Throughout the afternoon we were also treated to a yarn from Aunty Angelena Harradine Buckskin, and other impromptu performances shared by musicians in attendance.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to such a special afternoon of meaningful connection.
NAIDOC Week
National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (Sunday to Sunday), to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.
Ngopun yuntulun-ambi namawi peranbun paldi. Walking together for our shared future.