60th Anniversary of the Freedom Ride

The 1965 Freedom Ride was instrumental in raising awareness of racial injustice and building momentum for reconciliation action in Australia. This year marks 60 years since the initial freedom ride where the Freedom ride trail is being recreated/followed and remembered.

This years Freedom Ride Trail will capture the stories and events that took place at the key stops on the Freedom Ride journey. The stops include Wellington, Gulargambone, Walgett, Moree, Boggabilla, Tenterfield, Lismore, Grafton, Bowraville and Kempsey.

Our very own Aunty George attended a the Freedom Ride Ball, A special gathering in Sydney to mark this milestone. Aunty George watched family members including her mother, daughter and nephews stand and speak in front of the gathering in regards to their experiences. Aunty George's mother Ann spoke of how this journey has allowed the generations after her to succeed after bringing these issues to light.

The Freedom Ride will be celebrated in Bowraville on Monday 24th February, which our Stage 3 students and staff will be attending. Please see the flyer below for further details of the day.