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March Details

Date: 4th July 2025

Time: Arrive - 9am | Departure - 9.30am

Starting Point: Munro Martin Parklands

Route: Grafton to left on Spence

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 If you're planning to join the Cairns NAIDOC March, make sure to check out the Banner Making event! It’s the perfect chance to get creative and make a banner to carry on the day. 

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About the March

 The Cairns NAIDOC March is a powerful tradition that honours the legacy of resistance, resilience, and survival of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC marches began as a protest—an unwavering stand against injustice, inequality, and the denial of our rights.


While many things have changed and improved over the years, the spirit of the Cairns NAIDOC March remains rooted in that history. It is a reminder of our collective strength and the enduring fight for recognition, respect, and justice.


Each year, as we walk together, we pay tribute to those who came before us—those who stood strong so we could thrive. The Cairns NAIDOC March is not just a celebration but a declaration: we have survived, and each generation will continue to thrive, not because of what has been done for us, but because of how we have remained steadfast, resilient, and proud.


Join us as we walk in unity, pride, and hope—honouring our past, celebrating our present, and empowering our future.

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Commitee Profile

Semara Jose

 

Semara Jose is the dedicated March Coordinator for the Cairns NAIDOC Committee. She jokingly remarks that her loud voice had to be used for something deadly. She believes that walking together connects past struggles with present achievements and future aspirations.

As the March Coordinator, Semara handles logistics, coordinates volunteers, and leads the annual March War-Cry. Her commitment comes from a place of passion and dedication to culture and community, and she’s proud to contribute her time as a volunteer, keeping the spirit of NAIDOC alive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at whichway@cairnsnaidoc.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

The Cairns NAIDOC March is a community-led event that honours the resilience and survival of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Rooted in the tradition of protest marches, it is a powerful reminder of our ongoing fight for justice, equality, and cultural recognition. 

Starting Point: Munro Martin Parklands
Route: The march begins at Munro Martin Parklands, proceeds down Grafton Street, takes a left onto Spence Street, and concludes at Fogarty Park.
Estimated Time: Approximately 1 hour, including a briefing and gathering time.

No registration is required. Just come along to the starting point and join the community as we walk together. 

 Yes, the route has been planned to accommodate mobility aids, prams, and wheelchairs.

  • Water and sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Banners, flags, or signs to show your support
  • NAIDOC-themed attire or accessories if you have them
  • A sense of community spirit!

 After the march, join us at Fogarty Park for the Friday in the Park event, featuring live performances, community stalls, cultural displays, and plenty of food. It’s a great way to continue the celebrations and connect with the community. 

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The Cairns NAIDOC Committee acknowledges Traditional Custodians of the land upon which we gather and organise our NAIDOC events. We honour their knowledge of this Country and their stories. We pay respect to our Elders who have paved the way and advocate for our rights. Our respect extends to all families that now call Cairns home and their respective Countries. 



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About the committee

The Cairns NAIDOC Committee is made up of 100% volunteers — mob and community who give their time, knowledge, and heart without pay, because standing for culture is non-negotiable.

We proudly secure government funding, corporate sponsorships, and generate ticket sales to cover the costs of delivering NAIDOC events.


But the Committee itself remains fully volunteer-run.


Every meeting, every late-night email, every big decision — it’s all carried by the hands of people committed to seeing our culture thrive.

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