REGISTRATIONS are open for the 24th annual Aboriginal Elders Olympics to be held on the North Coast in March.
More than 200 Aboriginal Elders from across NSW will take part in the 2026 event.
Set to take place in Yamba, the games will be hosted by the reigning champions, the Biirrinba Coastal Emus on Yaegl Country.
The NSW Aboriginal Land Council (NSWALC) is supporting the event through a Community Grant.
For the first time, NSWALC Councillors will join forces and submit a team to take on the reigning champions.
The annual event will be held on Wednesday and Thursday 11-12 March.
Teams will have the opportunity to both claim the 2026 title and win the right to host the 2027 event.
NSWALC Chairperson Cr Raymond Kelly, said the event provides an important opportunity for Elders to come together and celebrate Culture, connection and Community.
“Elders are such an important part of our communities – their wisdom, strength and guidance continue to inspire us
all,” said Cr Kelly.
“The Elders Olympics is a major event on our calendar and a wonderful way to celebrate their spirit and the role they
play in keeping Culture strong.”
NSWALC Councillor for the North Coast Region Diane Randall, is excited for the event to be held within her region.
“It is an exciting time to connect with family, friends and meet new people,” she said.
“NSWALC is excited to be fielding our very first team and participating in such a wonderful event.”
Families and friends of Elders competing are encouraged to attend the event to cheer them on.
The Olympics will take place at Raymond Laurie Sports Centre, 78 Angourie Road, Yamba.
Registrations will close on Friday 30 January.
Teams can contact Noeline Kapeen at kapeennoeline@gmail.com or visit alc.org.au/elders-olympics-2026/ for more information.
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