General News
9 June, 2025
Plan for cultural harmony
THE Cassowary Coast Regional Council has reaffirmed its commitment to reconciliation with the endorsement of three key initiatives at its May 2025 meeting.
The council welcomed the formation of a First Nations peoples advisory committee, endorsed the 2023–2025 Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) outcome report, and renewed its Welcome to Country and acknowledgement of Country policy.
Mayor Teresa Millwood said the council was “pleased to support a committee that brings local voices directly to the table and helps shape the future of our region”.
The council also acknowledged the progress made through the 2023–2025 Innovate RAP, with 58 of 76 actions completed. These include stronger partnerships with local First Nations organisations, staff engagement during NAIDOC and Reconciliation Week, and updates to induction programs.
To support respectful cultural engagement, the council has also renewed its Welcome to Country and acknowledgement of Country policy, first adopted in 2016.
The policy outlines when and how Traditional Custodians or council representatives should provide formal recognition of Country at events and meetings.
