Waratah-Wynyard Council adopted its inaugural ‘Reflect’ Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) at last night’s Council meeting.
The milestone reflects the Council’s commitment to advancing reconciliation and fostering meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples within the community.
The Reflect RAP, endorsed by Reconciliation Australia, sets a foundation for Council to build trust and understanding through tangible actions. It outlines strategies to promote cultural awareness, respect and opportunities across the organisation and within the wider community.
“The adoption of the Reflect RAP represents a significant commitment by Waratah-Wynyard Council to acknowledge the deep history of the Tommeginer people, the Traditional Custodians of the lands we live and work on,” said Mayor, Mary Duniam.
“We look forward to working together to strengthen connections, share knowledge and celebrate our diverse community.”
The Council extended its heartfelt thanks to the Tasmanian Aboriginal networks and community members who have supported the development of the plan, in particular, the invaluable guidance provided by Marina Campbell from Reconciliation Tasmania.
“We have a long way to go to achieve reconciliation in Tasmania and in Australia but as our First Nations friends and colleagues have taught us – it is one step at a time – walking together in solidarity to achieve recognition, acceptance and justice,” said Ms Campbell.
“By developing a Reconciliation Action Plan, Council has demonstrated significant institutional integrity as well as the importance placed on gaining a deeper historical understanding toward reaching community unity and improved opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.”
