Registration
When:
15-17 September 2025
Where:
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Cost:
This event is free
Who:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people / Traditional Owners nominated by their Traditional Owner representative organisation
The National Gathering will bring together Traditional Owner representative organisations from across Australia—local, regional, and national—in a landmark event shaped by shared purpose, independence, and cultural leadership.
Over three days, attendees will:
- Explore and refine the idea of a national collective platform
- Discuss governance options grounded in First Nations values
- Share challenges, opportunities, and ideas in our own voices
- Learn from international First Nations leaders
- Honour the work of Elders past and present
Who should attend
- Local and regional Traditional Owner representative organisations
- Native Title Prescribed Bodies Corporate (PBCs)
- Land councils and other recognised Traditional Owner entities
- Emerging leaders and cultural governance representatives
What’s included in registration
- Access to all plenary, major concurrent, and breakout sessions
- Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea each day
- Entry to the Welcoming Ceremony and The National Gathering Dinner
Sponsored delegates will be contacted separately with travel and accommodation arrangements once registration is confirmed.
Registration options
Sponsored Delegate Registration
Support is available for Traditional Owner organisations with limited resources. This may include:
- Flights
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Dinner attendance
**Important update:
Please note due to high numbers of applications, applications for Sponsored Delegate Registration positions from 22 August 2025 will be added to a wait list. If your organisation requires support, please register your interest below.
Standard Registration
If your organisation is able to cover your own costs, we encourage you to register through the Standard Registration button below. Your decision to self-fund helps extend support to other organisations that need it most.
Cost: This event is free to attend. Standard delegates are required to cover their travel and accommodation costs.