Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!
NAIDOC Week is happening 3-10 July, across the week Northern NSW Football will be celebrating the history, culture and achievements of First Nations participants in our game through a range of initiatives and events.
You and your club can join in by hosting a NAIDOC Week event.
NNSWF NAIDOC Week initiatives
1-3 July – Indigenous Round
Indigenous Round is an opportunity for premier and community clubs to celebrate and recognise First Nations members of their football community.
Club Event Ideas
- Engage a First Nations artist to create an Indigenous Round kit
- Invite local Indigenous Elders to speak or give a Welcome to Country
- Hold a smoking ceremony
- Host a club BBQ or morning tea
- Invite Aboriginal or Torres Straight dancers to perform
- Invite stall holders that showcase Indigenous culture
Club Events Happening
6 July – NAIDOC Cup
First Nations’ coaches and footballers (14-16 years) will represent NNSWF against FNSW on Awabakal land, at Lake Macquarie Regional Football Facility.
The NNSWF team are sponsored by RTC Group and will proudly wear shirts designed by artists Casey & Tia Manton.
Stay tuned for more information on a range of cultural activities happening prior to the Cup.
View Selected Squads and Coaches
8-10 July – Women’s State Cup Indigenous Team
This Women’s State Cup will see the first ever female Indigenous team from northern NSW compete, as they play off against other premier and community teams.
The team will represent their culture and community in the three-day tournament, on Awabakal land, Lake Macquarie Regional Football Facility.
RTC Group NNSWF Talented Indigenous Scholarships
In 2022, NNSWF and RTC Group will support up to 6 Indigenous participants to further develop their playing, coaching or referee careers.
The scholarships are awarded to:
- Two talented players
- Two talented coaches
- Two talented referees
