Nations of Origin is a multifaceted sport, cultural, education and leadership program that culminates around NAIDOC week annually.
Each year around 1,400 Indigenous & Non- Indigenous young people represent their Aboriginal Nation in Rugby League, Football fives, Basketball, Netball and Gymnastics to promote reconciliations within communities and celebrate Australia diverse Indigenous culture.
In 2023, Nations will be held in Western Sydney.
11th – 14th July, 2023
Rugby League U16 Male & Female Competitions
- Tuesday 11th &
Wednesday 12th July. - 8am - 4:30pm
- Whalan Reserve, Catlin Close Whalan
Football Fives U14 Male & Female Competitions
- Wednesday 12th July
- 8:00am - 4:00pm
- Wanderers Five Facility - Gate B, 81 Eastern Rd , Rooty Hill
Gymnastics Mixed Competition
- (TeamGym and FreeG)
Thursday 13th July - 8am - 4:00pm
- Sydney Gymnastic and Aquatic Centre, 33 Railway St, Rooty Hill
Basketball U14 & U16 Female & Male Competitions
- Thursday 13th July
- 8am - 4:00pm
- Penrith Valley Regional Sport Centre 30 Herbert St, Cambridge Park
Netball U14 Female Competition
- Friday 14th July
- 8:30am - 4:00pm
- Jamison Park Netball Complex, York Rd, Penrith
PCYC Nations of Origin Media Enquiries
Please contact PCYC NSW Media and Communications Officer, Jeanette Lasorsa, on 0482 163 885 or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Programs email for parents/ guardians wanting to get a young person involved
Please contact us via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Event manager for other enquiries
Please contact Cassandra Ewens at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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