Neil Morris and Bricky B performing for an attentive crowd.
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Megan Fisher
The Shepparton Region Reconciliation Group hosted a National Apology Breakfast on February 13 to mark the 17th anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations.
Held near the William Cooper Statue at Queen’s Gardens in Shepparton, the morning brought the community together in reflection and respect.
A smoking ceremony, speeches and traditional performances set the tone for the gathering, followed by a shared breakfast and conversation.
News photographer Megan Fisher captured the event.
Jai Utiger and Terry Stewart lighting the fire for the smoking ceremony.
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Megan Fisher
Neil Morris participates in a moment of cultural tradition to honour the past.
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Megan Fisher
Yorta Yorta boy and St Brendan’s student Yurri Atkinson delivers a Welcome to Country speech.
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Megan Fisher
Councillor Sam Spinks giving a speech.
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Megan Fisher
Chloe Jones speaks from the heart.
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Megan Fisher
A collective moment of acknowledgment on National Apology Day.
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Megan Fisher
Notre Dame students Gracielle Igat and Will Clurey reflecting.
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Megan Fisher
St Brendan’s students grabbing blueberry muffins.
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Megan Fisher
A community gathered in reflection and respect.
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Megan Fisher
Simran Bhangu Charles and Trinity Everingham from ASHE.
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Megan Fisher
Shepparton Region Reconciliation Group co-convenor Deirdre Robertson.
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Megan Fisher
A moment of quiet reflection for St Brendan’s student Ruby Elsley.
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Megan Fisher
Neil Morris and Bricky B offered a powerful tribute.
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Megan Fisher
