Lummell Harris and Tate Bowers at the Youth NAIDOC Ball. Photo: Rosie Henderson.
JANE MULCOCK
The third annual Youth NAIDOC Ball, hosted by Esperance Tjaltjraak Native Title Aboriginal Corporation, was a night of celebration, culture, and connection for local young people.
The event sold out once again, with more than 150 youth filling the venue for an evening of fun, dancing, and community spirit.
Designed to be affordable and accessible for all young people, the Ball was proudly supported by Escare Inc, Headspace, Clontarf, Stars Foundation, the Shire of Esperance, and many community volunteers.
Mudjar also contributed by supporting a second-hand dress drive, ensuring every young person had the chance to take part.
The evening included party food, a digital photobooth supplied by Caught on Camera, music by DJ Matt Meng, and a chocolate fondue for dessert, making the night extra memorable.
Organiser Anna Bonney said the youth ball had been an amazing event and opportunity for all young people to come together and celebrate with First Nations community during NAIDOC Week.
“The 2025 theme, ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy,’ celebrates not only the achievements of the past but the bright future ahead,” she said.
“And what better way to do that than with the youth in our community.”
The Youth NAIDOC Ball has quickly become a highlight on the local calendar, creating an inclusive, safe, and vibrant space for young people to come together and celebrate.
Jane Mulcock is ETNTAC Community Programs Facilitator.
