Yes23 Anniversary Picnic

Family and friends of Yes Sutherland Shire gathered in solidarity on the weekend to yarn about how we keep going forward together. 

On Sunday 12 October at Como Pleasure Grounds on Gweagal Country, over 30 people (many wearing YES or Uluru Statement tshirts) shared an informal picnic and BBQ lunch. Aunty Dolly Brown led us in a conversation about walking forward for reconciliation and making meaningful change for a better future. Connecting with other like-minded people is key.

Our friends at Yes 23 Sutherland Shire have this message:

Two years ago, 6.2 million Australians voted Yes in favour of First Nations people to have a Voice, Treaty and Truth. Those 6.2 million votes are our hope for the future. In 2024 we held our first anniversary gathering and we will continue to stand beside our local Elders and community by holding this event annually. We will keep moving forward, we will keep the conversations growing and we will welcome all who wish to listen and learn about making positive and real change for all Australians. 

It is important for us to remember and to reflect upon the Uluru Statement from the Heart and to help amplify First Nations voices in whatever ways we can. We are committed to continuing the conversations and friendships. 

You are warmly invited to join our weekly coffee yarns. We are friendly and love to chat. 

Always was and always will be. 💛❤️🖤Together. 

See more about Yes Sutherland Shire here and see the Uluru Statement from the Heart here. Photo credit: Aldo Sesta