Central Coast Council is calling on the local Aboriginal community to send in Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to be part of their Aboriginal Advisory Committee.

The Committee has come about from the Central Coast First Nations Accord which is an agreement between First Nations Leaders and Central Coast Council. It aims to set an agenda that will guide signatories on how best to work together and further reconciliation.

Council’s Community and Culture Unit Manager, Glenn Cannard, said the Accord sets a vision where Council can understand, acknowledge, and value the contribution of First Nations People and their enduring connection to Land and Culture.

“We are calling on our Aboriginal community to be part of our Advisory Committee to help provide advice and feedback to us on issues that affect the community, improve their quality of life and address relevant social issues,” Mr Cannard said.

“We’re seeking a broad stakeholder representation for this committee, with a mix of representatives from traditional ownership interests, community services focused on improving the quality of life of the local First Nations community, and community members identifying as Aboriginal.”

Council’s Administrator, Rik Hart understands the Central Coast area is a treasured place to the First Nations People, with many significant sites of cultural heritage.

“Council acknowledges that we deliver services, programs and activities on land traditionally owned by First Nations People and the Central Coast First Nations Accord is a critical step forward in the journey of reconciliation,” Mr Hart said.

“By establishing an Aboriginal Advisory Committee in conjunction with the Accord, we are strengthening the bonds between Council and the First Nations People of the Central Coast, working together for a positive future.”

EOIs for the Aboriginal Advisory Committee are now open and close Thursday 9 March and can be done online at:  https://centralcoast.applynow.net.au/jobs/CEN3140

If you need assistance filling in your EOI, please email Council at advisorygroups@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au or call 4306 7900.

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