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A gala celebration of Aboriginal culture

NAIDOC, a celebration of First Nations cultures, was created in 1956 to organise national events and in 1991 was expanded to recognise Torres Strait Islander people and cultures.

THE NAIDOC Ball is making a return to Swan Hill this month, with a gala event planned for Saturday.

The ball had become a popular fixture on Swan Hill’s social calendar, but like most gatherings it fell victim to COVID-19 lockdowns.

Mallee Aboriginal Covid Response Network is this year’s organising committee and they are planning to ensure the ball returns with a bang.

Committee member Tayl...

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