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Reflecting on First Nations’ stories for Reconcilliation Week
This Reconciliation Week, Australians are urged to take meaningful action towards reconciliation to the theme, More than a word. Reconciliation takes action.
The week, which takes place from 27 May – 3 June, encourages us all to reflect on the achievements of First Nations Australians, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders who have served in defence of our nation.
Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Minister for Defence Personnel Darren Chester said Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people had served in every war, conflict and peacekeeping operation that has seen Australian participation over the last 100 years.
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TOMORROW on International Day of United Nations (UN) Peacekeepers, Australians are encouraged to recognise those who have contributed to global peacekeeping efforts.
Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Minister for Defence Personnel Darren Chester said Australia had spent more than 70 years making a significant contribution to worldwide peacekeeping operations.
“Australian men and women, often referred to as the ‘Blue Berets’, have participated in United Nations peacekeeping operations for more than 70 years, with the aim of making the world a safer and more peaceful place,” Mr Chester said.
“The blue beret, worn by those who serve on United Nations peacekeeping missions, has become a symbol of international peacekeeping.
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