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National Reconciliation Week (27 May - 3 June) is a time for all Australians to reflect on our shared histories and cultures and take steps towards a more united future. The week marks the 1967 referendum and the Mabo decision - two key milestones in reconciliation.
This year's theme, Bridging Now to Next, highlights the connection between past, present, and future, urging us to all move forward together.
Thank you for visiting Ayers Rock Resort during this important week. Your visit supports the local Anangu community and Indigenous employment through the National Indigenous Training Academy (NITA), which empowers young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through training and job opportunities.
Celebrating 40 Years of Punu with Maruku Arts
From 27 May to 22 June, the Gallery of Central Australia (GoCA) and Maruku Arts celebrate four decades of Punu - the traditional Anangu craft of wood carving.
Maruku Arts, situated at the base of Uluru, supports Punu artists from communities across Central Australia. This exhibition offers a chance to explore this ancient practice and purchase authentic Anangu-made art, directly supporting Indigenous artists.
Select your stay dates below to learn more and get involved.
Reconciliation Movie Program
Learn more about reconciliation with our free curated movie program at Arkani Theatre, from 26 May to 1 June.
Visit Town Square
Head to Resort Town Square to view interactive displays that explore our shared history, reconciliation, and provide opportunities to deepen your understanding.
While you're here, visit Kulata Academy Cafe, where trainees of our National Indigenous Training Academy (NITA) learn a range of skills in a supported environment, to help prepare them for exciting careers in the hospitality industry. Enjoy a coffee, or choose from a wide range of fresh sandwiches, salads, and breakfast classics.
Outdoor Dining Experiences
One of the most powerful ways to connect with culture is through our outdoor dining experiences. These are more than just meals - they are opportunities to engage with stories, traditions, and flavours deeply rooted in this land.
Our Top Picks
Wintjiri Wiru Sunset Dinner
Indulge in sunset cocktails with Uluru views, a gourmet hamper at dusk, and a dazzling drone and laser show over the desert.
Sunrise Journeys
Connect with Country and be awakened by an immersive, awe-inspiring storytelling experience that brings Anangu art to life during the world’s most spectacular sunrise.
Tali Wiru
Enjoy a decadent four-course dinner on a private dune at dusk, paired with Penfolds wines, Indigenous storytelling, and didgeridoo.
Free Guest Activities
Ayers Rock Resort hosts free daily activities designed to immerse guests in Indigenous culture, including Bush Food Experiences, Guided Garden Walks, Bush Yarns, and more!
Our Top Picks
An Ancient Story Takes Flight
Discover how the world's oldest continuous living culture is modernising oral storytelling traditions right here in Uluru, to keep culture strong for a new era.
Gallery Of Central Australia (GoCA)
The Gallery of Central Australia showcases works from local Anangu artists in a variety of media. Observe the artist-in-residence at work or shop for one-of-a-kind gifts.
Bush Food Experience
Learn about Australian and local bush tucker and how, for many centuries, local Indigenous groups would hunt, gather, and prepare these nourishing bush foods.
Additional Resources
Discover the stories that highlight the significance of National Reconciliation Week and celebrate Indigenous cultures.
Understanding National Sorry Day in Australia
Understand the significance of National Sorry Day in Australia - a day of remembrance and reflection honouring the Stolen Generation and promoting healing and reconciliation across the nation.
Understanding Mabo Day in Australia
Discover the importance of Mabo Day, commemorating Eddie Mabo's historic fight for Indigenous rights and the 1992 High Court decision that reshaped Australian law and history.
The Importance of Uluru to Australian Indigenous Culture
One of Australia’s most widely recognised and revered landmarks, Uluru has a special significance among Indigenous Australians, in particular Anangu (pronounced arn-ung-oo), the Traditional Owners of the area.
Understanding National Sorry Day in Australia
Understand the significance of National Sorry Day in Australia - a day of remembrance and reflection honouring the Stolen Generation and promoting healing and reconciliation across the nation.
Understanding Mabo Day in Australia
Discover the importance of Mabo Day, commemorating Eddie Mabo's historic fight for Indigenous rights and the 1992 High Court decision that reshaped Australian law and history.
The Importance of Uluru to Australian Indigenous Culture
One of Australia’s most widely recognised and revered landmarks, Uluru has a special significance among Indigenous Australians, in particular Anangu (pronounced arn-ung-oo), the Traditional Owners of the area.