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Release Date: 
Friday, 11 July 2014

Despite grey sky and frequent showers, the City of Armadale’s NAIDOC Celebration Day saw over 1000 people enjoy the food, music and culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The annual NAIDOC event saw special cultural performances by the Wadumbah Indigenous Dance Group and the Mungart Yongah Aboriginal Dancers.

Armadale Mayor Henry Zelones said it was fantastic to see so many community members turn out to acknowledge NAIDOC and celebrate the day, regardless of the weather conditions.

“This year’s national theme was Servicing Country: Centenary & Beyond, acknowledging the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander contribution to the defence of our country.

“It was great to see community members of all ages and cultures come together for our NAIDOC celebrations, to recognise the role they played and reflect on their sacrifice.

“Activities began with the traditional Welcome to Country performed by locals Morton and Vivienne Hansen, followed by the flag raising ceremony conducted by members of the Australian Defence Force and the Kelmscott Pinjarra Memorial Troop of the 10th Light Horse Regiment, with a bugle player supplied by the Salvation Army.

“There was lots of main stage music and entertainment throughout the day with some great performances by the Wadumbah Indigenous Dance Group, the Merindas and Jarred Wall.

“The activity hubs for children and youth were popular attractions. Young children eagerly took part in a variety of arts and craft activities, and enjoyed petting the visiting small farm animals.

“There was also a special area, out of the inclement weather conditions, for our local Elders to stay dry, relax and enjoy the festivities,” said Mayor Zelones.

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