Hockey ACT acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we play our great game.
We pay our respects to Elders, past present and emerging.

RECONCILIATION ROUND 2026

Friday 29th - Sunday 31st May, 2026

Hockey ACT's Reconciliation Round acknowledges the contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to Hockey and to our community. The round celebrates the culture, histories and stories and ensures this legacy is highlighted throughout our competitions, events, and operations.

Hockey ACT in conjunction with the Reconciliation Action Committee are committed to ensuring we better educate ourselves and our community as we continue to work towards reconciliation. Hockey ACT would like to thank the Reconciliation Action Committee who is made up of: Tarran Backhus (Chair), Peta Derham, Kiara Barker and Garry Backhus for their work in making this round a possibility.

2026 Reconciliation Round Guide

Hockey ACT Reconciliation Artwork

Hockey ACT Acknowledgment of Country 

We invite all clubs and teams to come along to the celebrations at the National Hockey Centre on the day to experience the many elements of the round. We look forward to celebrating the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures with the entire Hockey ACT community and reflecting on the importance of reconciliation. Take a look at the 2022 Reconciliation Round Video

HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT RECONCILIATION

ACKNOWLEDGE OUR COUNTRY

Know whose Country you are on and acknowledge the traditional owners.

Connect with Traditional Owners and organise aWelcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony or Traditional Dance.

CELEBRATE OUR HISTORY

Learn about our history and take action to work towards reconciliation.

Celebrate the days of significance and take the opportunity to learn about our history.

SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY

For more information and to share your story, please contact participation@hockeyact.org.au

We look forward to working towards Reconciliation with our community!