Brimbank council, community groups and locals took to Sunvale Park on Tuesday for the ‘Little Long Walk’.
Held as part of council’s Reconciliation Week events, the community walk was inspired by Indigenous footballer Michael Long’s 2004 walk from Melbourne to Parliament House in Canberra to raise awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues.
Council said its ‘Little Long Walk’ aimed to promote reconciliation, respect and unity.
The event featured a Welcome to Country, cultural activities and a barbecue.
Mayor Thuy Dang said council was proud to bring the community together through a range of gatherings and learning experiences to recognise National Reconciliation Week.
“It was wonderful to have so many community members join council again to take part in our ‘Little Long Walk’,” Cr Dang said.
“Brimbank council remains strongly committed to reconciliation, having started our own reconciliation journey more than 16 years ago.
“Our latest Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2024-2026 re-affirms Brimbank Council’s commitment to embrace our whole community in celebrating, recognising and commemorating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and heritage.
“Reconciliation is a journey for all Australians. It calls for a willingness to listen, understand the past, and to work together to create a better, inclusive future.”
