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NAIDOC: Celebrating First Nations excellence

Former AFL player Michael Long during the National NAIDOC Awards (AAP).jpg

Former AFL player Michael Long during the National NAIDOC Awards. Credit: AAP

Ten Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander trailblazers have been celebrated for excellence in their chosen fields at the national NAIDOC Week Awards in Perth.


Key Points
  • The annual awards ceremony honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who make outstanding contributions to improving the lives of people in their communities and beyond.
  • Among the recipients, Jaru and Indjibarndi man Daniel Hunt has been awarded the prestigious NAIDOC Person of the Year award, recognised for his extensive contribution to Aboriginal health.
  • This year's NAIDOC week theme is 'The Next Generation: Strength, vision and legacy'.

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