Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander days of significance

A key element to attracting and retaining Aboriginal employees in the Northern Territory Public Sector (NTPS) is to ensure work environments are:

• culturally safe
• welcoming
• equitable
• inclusive.

Territory NAIDOC week event 2025

Annually, NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in July.

The 2025 week-long celebrations will commence Sunday 6 until Sunday 13 July and is dedicated to honouring and recognising the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

NAIDOC Week provides a platform for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories, and it serves as an opportunity to participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living culture on earth. This year’s theme for NAIDOC Week 2025 is ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy'.

Everyone is encouraged to get involved by attending events, participating in discussions, and share in the storytelling.

Calendars of events

A calendar of key national and regional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander days of significance has been developed. It will ensure these days of significance are promoted, encouraged and celebrated.

Download the calendars to display in your office.

NT significant dates

• 16 to 30 August 1928 - Coniston Massacre
• 14 August 1963 - Yirrkala Bark Petition
• 24 August 1966  - Wave Hill Walk Off
• 6 December 1976 - Aboriginal Land Rights
• 30 May 1980 - Native Title – Tiwi Islands
• 26 October 1985 - Native Title - Uluru
• 1 June 1988 - Barunga Statement