Each year NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia to acknowledge the culture, history and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
As this year's NAIDOC Week enters its final weekend, we reflect on the celebrations that took place and consider what the day represents.
Celebrations kicked off around Australia early this week, with people of all ages gathering to take part.
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Actor Luke Carroll told SBS the week was a chance for everyone to learn about indigenous culture.
“Enjoy it and celebrate it...we don't bite…we're friendly people so come along and ask questions and enjoy the day and the week," he said.
Members of the Indigenous Chamber of Commerce met in Sydney on Monday to talk business.
The New South Wales Minister for Indigenous Affairs, Victor Dominello, said it was the responsibility of business to drive opportunity.
“Government provides leadership, but business are the one that are creating the jobs and employing people. We would be encouraging businesses as much a humanly possible to engage with Aboriginal communities," he said.
One of the early supporters of Canberra's Aboriginal Tent Embassy, Cheryl Buchanan, revisited the site and spoke to SBS about the future of Indigenous rights.
NAIDOC events were in full swing across the national host city of Perth,including a family fun day day hosted by Bassendead Mayor John Gangell.
