The Chief Commissioner of Police NAIDOC Week Awards celebrates the outstanding contributions and excellence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Police, organisations and groups across six award categories. This year marked a competitive year with many deserving nominations.⁣ ⁣ Among the award recipients, an elder who has worked to support Aboriginal people for more than 50 years, a high school student who co-founded an empowering dance group, and a sporting club that's become a hub for the community.⁣ ⁣ Congratulations to this year’s award winners:⁣ 🔹 Elder Award, Uncle Graham Thorpe⁣ 🔹 Youth Award, Shianne Bamblett⁣ 🔹 Aboriginal Sporting Group Award, Fitzroy Stars Football Netball Club⁣ 🔹 Aboriginal Organisation Award, Aboriginal Community Justice Panel⁣ 🔹 Community Member Award, Jo-Ann Proctor⁣ 🔹 Victoria Police Employee Award, Metiria Bell⁣ ⁣ To read about this year’s winners and their amazing achievements, continue reading via 🔗⁣ ⁣ #NAIDOCWeek