In recognition of the Biddegal people Georges River Council acknowledges that the Biddegal people of the Eora Nation are the traditional inhabitants and custodians of all land and water in which the Georges River region is situated. The Georges River, with its rich resources, natural setting and connections to country, is a place that attracted people, and a place where people traditionally gathered. Council recognises Aboriginal people as an integral part of the Georges River community and highly values their past and future social and cultural contributions. Georges River Council acknowledges that our future will always be informed by our past. We are committed to respecting Aboriginal people as Australia’s First Peoples. We have adopted the practice of acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of Country at events, ceremonies, meetings and functions. The Georges River Indigenous Reference Group provides a link between Georges River Council and the local Aboriginal community, respecting their right to self-determination and community empowerment.
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