National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.

The week is framed by the anniversaries of two significant milestones in our reconciliation journey - the successful 1967 Referendum (27 May) and the High Court Mabo decision (3 June). 

The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2026 is All In.

The theme, All In, is a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day.

All In makes clear that reconciliation is not a spectator sport and that all of us must step away from the sidelines and take action to make change.

The theme also reminds us that reconciliation and advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ rights isn’t a passive activity, and it is not solely the responsibility of First Nations people, who have carried the weight of championing, explaining and acting for far too long.

Reconciliation will not happen by itself, and it will not happen without all of us.

‍Date: Friday 29 May

Time: 7:00am to 9:00am

Venue: ANZ Centre Conference Rooms, 833 Collins Street Docklands

We are honoured to announce that the keynote speaker is proud Wurundjeri and Ngurai Illum Wurrung woman Sue-Anne Hunter, National Commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People, and former Yoorrook Justice Commissioner.  

Other speakers include Christine Couzens MLA, Parliamentary Secretary for First Peoples, and Co-Chairs of Reconciliation Victoria, Aunty Gina Bundle and Prof Andrew Gunstone.  

There will also be a very special musical performance from Ngiyampaa and First Nations singer songwriter Purritu.  

This year’s Master of Ceremonies is the inspirational Uncle Charles Pakana, who will also be convening a Q&A session with our speakers.

Stay tuned for information about ticketing later in April.

‍Reconciliation Victoria acknowledges the generous support of ANZ in hosting our 2026 National Reconciliation Week Breakfast.

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Our small but amazing team had a wonderful 2025 National Reconciliation Week. NRW 2025 saw us host and partner on several major events, and we attended and spoke at many others. We extend special thanks to all who attended our events, provided feedback, and made the week what it was.

Activities ranged from delivering our National Reconciliation Week breakfast, joining Reconciliation Australia at The Long Walk and Dreamtime Match at the 'G, the Victorian Aboriginal Remembrance Service, numerous speaking engagments and providing small grants to local reconciliation and other groups to run NRW activities.

While it was a very busy week for the team, reconciliation is an all-year-round commitment.