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The Northern Territory Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial for Mr Luke Bowen will take place at 10.30am on Tuesday, 17 September 2024 at the Darwin Convention Centre, 10 Stokes Hill Road, Darwin, Northern Territory.

Mr Bowen was a passionate and respected leader of the agriculture industry in Australia. He held several senior executive positions throughout the agriculture sector and was appointed as the inaugural CEO of Cattle Australia in February 2023. Mr Bowen was instrumental in establishing the Indigenous Pastoral…

This year marks the 23rd anniversary of Australian Citizenship Day. It is an opportunity for all Australians to celebrate Australian citizenship. 

Further information is available on the Department of Home Affairs’ citizenship website.

In accordance with flag protocol, Australian Government departments and associated portfolio agencies are requested to fly or display the Australian National Flag all day on Tuesday, 17 September 2024 to…

The Northern Territory Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial for Mr Elliot McAdam AM will take place at 10am on Thursday, 12 September 2024 at the TIO Traeger Park Oval, Alice Springs, Northern Territory.

Mr McAdam was a former Northern Territory Minister who was a fervent advocate for his community and the region of Barkly. He was elected to the Northern Territory Legislative Assembly in 2001 as the Member for Barkly. His portfolio extended to include Local Government and Housing, Central Australia, Corporate and Information Services…

Australian National Flag Day on 3 September 2024, marks 123 years since the Australian National Flag was first officially flown in 1901 at the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne – the site of Australia’s first Parliament. 

Australian National Flag Day is an opportunity for all Australians to observe this anniversary by flying or displaying the flag. 

In accordance with flag protocol, Australian Government departments and portfolio agencies are requested to fly or display the Australian National Flag on Tuesday, 3 September 2024. If…

The Northern Territory Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial for Reverend Dr D Gondarra OAM will take place at 11am on Thursday, 29 August 2024 at the Nungalinya College, 72 Dripstone Road, Nakara, Northern Territory.

Rev Dr Gondarra was a Yolŋu man and pioneering Aboriginal leader, who dedicated his life to fighting for the freedom and justice of his people. Notable achievements in his extensive career include serving as the chairman of the Arnhem Land Progress Aboriginal Corporation for more than 30 years, and becoming Australia’s…

The Northern Territory Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial for Mr T Wurramarrba AO will take place at 10am on Wednesday 31 July 2024 at the Christ Church Anglican Cathedral, at 2 Smith Street Darwin, Northern Territory.

Mr Wurramarrba was a well-known advocate for the people of Groote Archipelago, who dedicated his life to returning decision making and economic independence to his people. He held a long and distinguished career, and was the Chair of the Anindilyakwa Land Council for two decades, as well as serving on many esteemed boards and…

The Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet advises that a State Funeral Service for the Honourable Barry Thomas Pullen will be held at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, 16 July 2024 at Fitzroy Town Hall, Fitzroy, Victoria.

Barry spent over two decades in the public sector before being elected to the Parliament of Victoria in 1982. He served in multiple Ministerial portfolios throughout his career, consistently demonstrating a deep commitment to public service and the betterment of Victorian communities. 

Details regarding the …

NAIDOC Week is held every year in early July. It is a time to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements, and is an opportunity to recognise the contributions that First Nations Australians make to our country and to our society. 

This year, the theme for NAIDOC Week, which will be celebrated from 7 to 14 July 2024 inclusive, is ‘Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud Elders’. Further information is available on the NAIDOC website.

Flying the Australian Aboriginal Flag and…

The Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet advises that a State Funeral Service for Mr Stefan Romaniw OAM will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, 12 July 2024 at Sts Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, North Melbourne, Victoria.

Stefan was a champion of multiculturalism and diversity in Victoria, and he believed that our differences can only enrich us all for the better. He served as the Executive Director of Community Languages Australia and previously as the Chair of the Victorian Multicultural Commission and Multicultural Arts Victoria. 

In 2001 he…

The South Australian Department of the Premier and Cabinet advises that a State Memorial Service for Mr Steele Hall will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, 1 July 2024 at the Adelaide Festival Centre, Adelaide, South Australia.

Hosted by the Government of South Australia, the service will honour the achievements and contribution of Mr Hall, whose parliamentary career spanned across 33 years in both State and Federal Government.

Details regarding the…