Celebrate and reflect during National Reconciliation Week with Bayside Council through ceremonies, storytelling, and activities for children across multiple locations.
Tuesday 26 May 2026
to Tuesday 2 June 2026
152 Bunnerong Rd, Eastgardens NSW 2036, Australia
Free
National Reconciliation Week 2026 invites families to engage deeply with Australia's First Nations culture and history. This week is a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the past and support healing and unity through community events.
Experience a heartfelt ceremony led by Aunty Brenda Matthews, hear stories of resilience, and participate in activities designed especially for young children at local libraries. The week offers a variety of ways to learn about reconciliation, truth-telling, and shared responsibility.
Whether attending the ceremony or joining storytime sessions, this week fosters connection and understanding for all ages.
The week features a National Reconciliation Week Ceremony on Tuesday, 26 May 2026, at Rockdale Town Hall, where you can listen to Aunty Brenda Matthews and engage with the First Nations community.
Children can enjoy Toddlertime and Storytime sessions at Bayside Libraries, including special screenings of Indigenous-themed short stories on various dates:
- 27 May 2026 at Eastgardens, Mascot, and Sans Souci Libraries
- 28 May 2026 at Arncliffe Library
- 2 June 2026 at Bexley North, Rockdale, Eastgardens, Mascot, Rockdale, and Sans Souci Libraries
All events are free and suitable for families with school-aged children.
Events take place at multiple Bayside Council locations including Rockdale Town Hall and various libraries such as Eastgardens, Mascot, Sans Souci, Arncliffe, Bexley North, and Rockdale.
These venues are accessible by public transport and provide welcoming community spaces for families.
Parking and accessibility details can be found on the Bayside Council website or by contacting the council directly.
National Sorry Day on 26 May is a key part of the week, focusing on acknowledging past wrongs and supporting Stolen Generations survivors.
Activities are designed to be inclusive and educational, promoting respect and understanding of Indigenous culture.
Parents are encouraged to bring children to the library story sessions to foster early appreciation of reconciliation themes.
All events during National Reconciliation Week 2026 are free to attend.
Some library events may require registration, which can be done through the Bayside Council website or by contacting the libraries directly.
For further details or assistance, contact Bayside Council via phone or email.
