Bridge Walk - July 15

Bass Coast Reconciliation Network invites everyone to come together a significant event to learn, heal and explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation.

“In a demonstration of solidarity, we invite everyone to come together to walk side by side for a Bridge Walk across Phillip Island bridge on Friday, July 15,” the Reconciliation Network said.

“Please meet at the San Remo Foreshore at 11am for a smoking ceremony and then, from 11.30am, we will make our way from San Remo and across the bridge to the Graydens Reserve, Newhaven, on Millowl (Phillip Island) for a BBQ, flag raising, mural painting and yarning.”

This year marks 22 years since the monumental Sydney Harbour Bridge walk, renowned as the largest political demonstration ever held in this country’s history. Bridge walks held right across the country captured Australia’s desire for change and reconciliation.

Bass Coast Reconciliation Network has members from Bass Coast Shire Council, Bass Coast Health, Westernport Water, Phillip Island Nature Parks, Bunurong Land Council, Bass Coast South Gippsland Reconciliation Network and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community members and is pleased to see organisations come together with community to acknowledge and celebrate such important dates of significance.

“The bridge walk is a symbolic act and reflects the theme – Be Brave. Make Change. – we hope to see you there!”

For more information: www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/reconciliation