This year’s NAIDOC Week theme, ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy’, inspired our teams across Australia to come together in celebration, reflection and recognition.
Our Journey Makers marked the week by honouring the leadership of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders and celebrating the aspirations of future generations.
In Sydney on Gadigal Country, Transdev Sydney Ferries, brought teams together to participate in a smoking ceremony, performances by our very own Journey Makers and hear from local Elders about the significance of Country and culture.
Transdev John Holland Buses kicked off NAIDOC Week by unveiling a new artwork by talented local First Nation Artist, Billy Reynolds, reinforcing the importance of celebrating the talents of the next generation.
Meanwhile, our Yarra Journey Makers welcomed Stacie Piper, a proud Wurundjeri, Dja Dja Wurrung and Ngurai Illum Wurrung woman who held a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony as the team took a moment to reflect, learn and connect with Country.
Our other modes celebrated locally, creating space for conversation and connection – from team BBQs to cultural quizzes – that encouraged Journey Makers to deepen their understanding and appreciation of First Nations cultures in meaningful, everyday ways.
From on-the-ground ceremonies to internal conversations, NAIDOC Week gave our Journey Makers a moment to pause, engage and look ahead – walking alongside community in support of a more inclusive future.
We thank all those who helped bring these events to life and encourage everyone to carry forward the spirit of this year’s theme celebrating the strength, vision and legacy of the next generation.
