Yarramundi Lecture
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The University hosts many events throughout the year and can be found at Future Students - Events.
This page is dedicated to Indigenous events. All event dates and locations are subject to change at any notice.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Indigenous HDR Information Session 1
Consider maximising your future career through Indigenous Higher Degree Research (HDR) study at Western Sydney University!
Join us online for the Mob only Indigenous HDR Information Sessionon Wednesday 11 March to learn of:
- The different HDR pathways
- Generous Indigenous HDR scholarships
- How to apply to become a HDR candidate
- The support your will receive from the Division of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Leadership, the Badanami Centre for Indigenous Education, the Graduate Research School, and the Indigenous Researchers Network.
Date: Wednesday 11 March
Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Indigenous Students vs Staff Soccer Match 2026
Join us for one of Western’s most anticipated annual events, the Indigenous Students vs Staff Soccer Match 2026! Hosted by the Division of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Leadership, this action packed day brings together our community for friendly competition, connection, and plenty of fun.
Date: Friday 17 April
Time: 10:30am – 1:00pm (Players please arrive by 10:00am for warm-up)
Location: Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre, 30 Herbert St, Cambridge Park NSW 2747
Lunch provided
Ready to join the fun? Registration is essential for all attendees.
If you have any questions, please contact DVCIL@westernsydney.edu.au
We look forward to seeing you for a day of sport, laughter, and community pride!
Yarramundi Lecture 2026
Join us on 7 July 2026 at Parramatta South Campus for the
annual Yarramundi Lecture, a signature event celebrating Indigenous excellence, leadership, and cultural knowledge.
This year, the lecture will honour the 2026 NAIDOC Theme: 50 Years of Deadly, a powerful milestone marking five decades of NAIDOC Week. The theme recognises the strength, resilience, leadership, and cultural authority of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who have shaped the movement over the past 50 years. It reflects on the journey so far while looking ahead to a vibrant and self‑determined future for Indigenous communities across the country.
More details, including speakers and program highlights, will be announced closer to the date.
Date: Tuesday 7 July 2026
Location: Parramatta South Campus
Registrations: Will open closer to the date
We look forward to welcoming you for an inspiring and culturally rich evening that celebrates the spirit and legacy of NAIDOC.
Indigenous HDR Information Session 2
Consider maximising your future career through IndigenousHigher Degree Research (HDR) study at Western Sydney University!
Join us online for the Mob only Indigenous HDR Information Session on Thursday 1 October to learn of:
- The different HDR pathways
- Generous Indigenous HDR scholarships
- How to apply to become a HDR candidate
- The support your will receive from the Division of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Leadership, the Badanami Centre for Indigenous Education, the Graduate Research School, and the Indigenous Researchers Network.
Date: Thursday 1 October
Time: 10:00am-11:00am
Indigenous Students vs Staff Basketball Match 2026
Get ready for another exciting showdown!
The IndigenousStudents vs Staff Basketball Match 2026 returns on 9 October 2026, promising a day full of teamwork, energy, and community spirit.
Date: Friday 9 October 2026
Time: 10:30am – 1:00pm
(Players to arrive by 10:00am for warm-up)
Location: Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre
30 Herbert St, Cambridge Park NSW 2747
Lunch provided.
Registrations: Will open closer to the date
Bring your friends, family, and your loudest cheer, we can’t wait to see you courtside!
