Wednesday 8 July 2026 | Dharnya Centre | Yorta Yorta Country
Yorta Yorta Nation Aboriginal Corporation invites community members, Elders, families, partners and visitors to join us for Dharnya Day 2026, a special celebration held during NAIDOC Week 2026.
This year’s NAIDOC Week theme, “50 Years of Deadly”, celebrates five decades of recognising the strength, resilience, achievements and leadership of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Australia.
Dharnya Day is an opportunity to come together on Country, celebrate culture, strengthen community connections and honour the stories, achievements and voices that continue to shape our future.
This year’s event is especially significant as it will include the official opening of the revitalised multimillion-dollar Dharnya Centre precinct, showcasing major upgrades that will support cultural education, tourism, community gatherings and school programs for generations to come.
Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the revitalised precinct, including new interactive touchscreen displays, refurbished bunkhouse accommodation for school groups, enhanced meeting and gathering facilities, outdoor yarning and fire pit spaces, and improved visitor experiences that strengthen connections to Yorta Yorta Country and culture.
Plan Your Visit
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Please refer to the Visitor Map for accessibility information, designated ramps and accessible pathways. Visitors are encouraged to follow onsite signage and staff directions on the day.
Dharnya Day Open Mic
As part of this year’s celebrations, Dharnya Day will feature an Open Mic session, providing a platform for community members and creatives to share their talents and stories.
Whether you sing, rap, write poetry, play music or simply have something meaningful to share, we encourage you to get involved and help celebrate the spirit of NAIDOC Week.
Calling all poets, singers, rappers, musicians and creative souls.
Spaces are limited. To register your interest, please contact:
Event Program
| 11:00am | Welcome to Country |
| 11:15am | Smoking Ceremony |
| 11:30am | Traditional Dance |
| 11:45am | Yorta Yorta Nation Address |
| 12:00pm | Minister Address |
| 12:15pm | Flag Raising Ceremony |
| 12:30pm | Community Drone Photo |
| 12:45pm | Lunch |
Everyone Welcome
Whether you are a community member, government representative, educator, student or visitor, we welcome you to join us for this special day on Yorta Yorta Country.
Come celebrate 50 Years of Deadly, experience the official opening of the revitalised Dharnya Centre and enjoy a day of culture, connection and community.
Gaka yawal Ngulla – Yenbena Yorta Yorta Woka
Come walk with us, the people on Yorta Yorta Country.
