Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and information

City of Moreton Bay acknowledges the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples as the traditional custodians of Moreton Bay. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present. We recognise that Moreton Bay is a place of cultural, spiritual, social and economic significance to Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander peoples. A connection that is enduring.

Council acknowledges the Native Title consent determination of the Kabi Kabi First Nation Traditional Owners Native Title Claim Group (Part A) in June 2024. This follows the landmark decision for the Jinibara peoples native title in 2012. These determinations come after many years of hard work by traditional custodians and recognise the ongoing connection to ancestral lands. 

Council continues to collaborate with local Traditional Custodians and other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Together, we work towards reconciliation and achieving better outcomes for communities.

Council has a range of programs that support community and cultural development. These programs highlight and share the histories and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. They are developed in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners

Learn about Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country cultural protocols.

Native Title parties

Find the native title party or Aboriginal party for an area in Moreton Bay. These parties serve as the first point of contact for cultural heritage matters and Welcome to Country requests.

Reconciliation Action Plan

We have recently adopted our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan which marks an important step in our long-term reconciliation journey.

Welcoming Places

Discover Welcoming Places at the Bribie Island, Caboolture, Deception Bay and Redcliffe libraries. These dedicated spaces invite you to find and share information about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Community networks in the Moreton Bay region

Council supports many community and community service networks in the region, including the Murri Network Yarning Circle and Interagency Network meetings.

Celebrating First Nations history, arts and culture

Discover events and activities that engage with the histories and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

National Reconciliation Week

Australia observes National Reconciliation Week each year, from 27 May to 3 June. It is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about our shared histories and cultures, and work towards achieving reconciliation.

NAIDOC Week

NAIDOC Week is held across Australia in the first week of July each year. It recognises and celebrates the histories, cultures, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Council supports NAIDOC Week events throughout the region.

Culturally important dates

Discover important dates that celebrate or recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture.

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