Grafton Ngerrie Local Aboriginal Land Council

15/10/2026

🚨 ATTENTION:
The Natural Resource Commission is seeking to meet and connect with Aboriginal People in the Grafton area. They are undertaking a review of the State Forests NSW Regional Harvesting Plans and would like any feedback in regards to there effectiveness in managing and protection of threatened Native species among other things.

📍Meeting will be held at the Grafton Ngerrie Local Aboriginal Land Council Meeting Room (front shed)
⏰commencing at 9:30am tomorrow, Friday 16 October 2026.

17/09/2026

Come and join in the Yarning Circle

17/09/2026

Save the date!

We are organising this event for all community on Friday October the 9th at the Saraton Theatre in Grafton.

Tickets will be available online by the end of this week.

Plenty of seats available and this evening is part of a fundraiser for a local girl who needs our help (see comments section).

11/09/2026

11/09/2026

The Grafton Ngerrie Nursery has officially commenced, bringing together community, industry and government partners to create a thriving community garden and nursery space.
Funded through Regional NSW, NIAA, Tursa and Clarence Landcare, this project is being managed by Trent Lynwood from Leavie Project Management with assistance from Wesley Fernando.
Our current program aims to provide local participants with hands-on training, skill development and opportunities in horticulture and environmental sustainability, while creating a productive and welcoming space that will benefit the wider community. Through strong partnerships, practical learning experiences and community engagement, the project is already laying the foundations for a sustainable and vibrant community garden for future generations.

What an incredible journey so far! Since July, participants from Tursa have been busy developing our nursery and community garden space by, helping install irrigation, planting fruit trees, vegetables, herbs and native bush tucker plants and learning valuable horticultural skills. Through training, site visits and support from local experts and community partners, the project is growing into a vibrant and sustainable learning space that showcases teamwork, skill development and community connection.

There will be a Community Open Day in the coming months, offering Grafton Ngerrie LALC Members, local residents, families and stakeholders the opportunity to come along, explore the Grafton Ngerrie Nursery and see firsthand the incredible work that has been achieved through the project. The day will provide an opportunity to learn about the nursery, community garden and the skills participants have developed throughout the establishment process. More details, including the event date, will be announced soon. We look forward to welcoming the community, sharing our journey, and celebrating this exciting new space together.

We are excited to see what the next stage of the project brings!

04/09/2026

South Grafton Community Aged Care are hosting a Market Day on 28th November. If you are interested in having a stall, please reach out to them at [email protected] or dropping into their office at 449 Bent ST, Grafton.

22/08/2026

The Gurindji Strike, also known as the Wave Hill Walk-Off, began on 23 August 1966 when Gurindji leader Vincent Lingiari led around 200 Aboriginal stockmen, domestic workers and their families off Wave Hill Station in the Northern Territory. The strike was initially a protest against poor wages, harsh working conditions and discrimination experienced by Aboriginal workers. It soon developed into a broader campaign for Aboriginal land rights, as the Gurindji people demanded the return of their traditional lands. After nine years of campaigning, the movement achieved a historic victory when Prime Minister Gough Whitlam handed back part of the Gurindji's traditional land at Daguragu (Wattie Creek) in 1975. The strike became a defining moment in Australia's land rights movement and helped pave the way for future Indigenous land rights legislation.

The anniversary of the Gurindji Strike is an important opportunity to honour the courage, resilience and leadership of Vincent Lingiari and the Gurindji people. Each year, it reminds Australians of the struggle for fair treatment, self-determination and land rights for Aboriginal peoples. The legacy of the 1966 walk-off continues to inspire communities across the nation, highlighting the importance of justice, equality and respect for Aboriginal peoples and their connection to Country.

1966: Gurindji strike (or Wave Hill Walk-Off) led by Vincent Lingiari

21/08/2026

📌We are looking for a Temporary Administration Officer to join our team.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an organisation committed to supporting and empowering Aboriginal communities while gaining valuable experience in a professional and culturally meaningful environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing administrative support, maintaining efficient office operations and delivering quality service to community members and stakeholders.
Applications close Friday, 4th September.

11/08/2026

REMINDER! Tonight is Census night. Please complete your form either online or the paper you received in the mail. Make sure everyone in your household is included.

03/08/2026

Census Night is coming soon and it is an important opportunity for everyone in Australia to be counted. The information collected helps governments, local councils and community organisations plan and deliver essential services such as healthcare, education, housing, transport and community programs.

By completing the Census, you help ensure that your community's needs are understood and that future funding and resources are allocated where they are needed most.

If you would like assistance completing the forms, Census staff can come to your home and help.