Welcome to Country
The Welcome to Country gives custodians the opportunity to formally welcome people to their land.
2021 Significant Dates
- 13 February - Anniversary of the National Apology
- 18 March - National Close the Gap Day
- 26 May - National Sorry Day
- 27 May - 1967 Referendum
- 27 May - 3 June - National Reconciliation Week
- 29 May - Torres Strait Islander Flag Day
- 3 June - Mabo Day
- 1 July - The Coming of the Light Festival
- 5 July - 11 July NAIDOC Week
- 4 August - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day
- 9 August - World Indigenous Peoples Day
- 1 September - Indigenous Literacy Day
- 13 September - Anniversary of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People
Thinking of applying to USC?
If you identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, you may be given direct entry to a program.
Current students
Check out what learning spaces and resources are available to you as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student.
Schools engagement
We've created a suite of programs that raise awareness among young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in our campus regions.
Community contacts and resources
Learn about community support services, read the latest news and find out about upcoming events near you.
Celebrating NAIDOC week: 8-15 November 2020
Artwork by Cion Paiwan
Inseparable 2019
Etching on paper, 25.0 x 20.0cm
Edition 12/12
Printed by Dian Darmansjah
USC Art Collection. Acquired in 2020. Commissioned for the opening of USC Moreton Bay.
© Cion Paiwan
Photo: Carl Warner
Contact us
General enquiries
Tel: +61 7 5456 5889
Email: Indigenous Services
USC Sunshine Coast campus
Buranga Centre: Ground floor, Building E, Room EG.33
The Buranga Centre Learning Space is staffed during business hours.
USC Moreton Bay campus
A number of learning spaces are available for students to engage with Indigenous Services Staff, Indigenous Academic Mentors, Drop-Ins (Elder, Career Trackers, Centrelink). Library space available 24 hours, 7 days a week via swipe-card access. Contact Indigenous Services for more information.
USC Fraser Coast campus
Buallum Jarl-Bah (BJB) Learning Space: Ground floor, Building C, Room C.1.05B
The space is available during campus hours for students as a place to study.
USC Caboolture campus
Buranga Hub Learning Space: Ground floor, Building H, Room H1.07
The Buranga Hub Learning Space is staffed during business hours.
Additional information
Vice-Chancellor and President's Indigenous Advisory Committee