National Walk for Truth 2026 comes to Darebin

Published on 15 April 2026

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On 19 April 2026, Kerrupmara Gunditjmara Boandik man Travis Lovett will begin an 800km walk from Victorian Parliament in Melbourne to Parliament House in Canberra.

Lovett is a Former Yoorrook Justice Commission Deputy Chair and Commissioner, and the Executive Director of the University of Melbourne’s Centre for Truth Telling and Dialogue.  

The National Walk for Truth 2026 calls for truth-telling, healing and meaningful change. It builds on the powerful 2025 Walk, which brought together more than 22,000 First Nations community members and allies. 

This national journey encourages commitment to a truth-telling process developed in genuine partnership with First Nations Peoples. 

As the Walk passes through Darebin on Monday 20 April, you’re invited to take part in a special event at the Aborigines Advancement League in Thornbury, proudly supported by Darebin City Council. 

The Walk for Truth is a powerful act of listening, respect and national repair. Attend the League event, join the Walk or visit the Walk for Truth website to learn how you can help advance a national truth-telling process and a more just future. 

Attend the community event at the Aborigines Advancement League

You’re invited to welcome the Walk for Truth to Darebin at a morning of ceremony, reflection and cultural learning at Australia's oldest Aboriginal community organisation.

The event will include: 

  • Reflections from Elders and community leaders
  • Insights into the League’s history as Australia’s first Aboriginal community organisation 
  • Participation from local schools 
  • Light refreshments and an opportunity to connect 

Monday 20 April 2026
9:00–10:00am
Aborigines Advancement League, 2 Watt Street, Thornbury
Register to attend on Eventbrite

This event is proudly supported by Darebin City Council.

Join the Walk for Truth

After the AAL event, the Walk for Truth continues north through Darebin. Everyone is invited to join the Walk – whether for a day, an hour or a moment.

Register to join the Walk on Eventbrite

Show your support for the Walk for Truth

Show support for the Walk and learn how you can help progress a national truth-telling process in partnership with First Nations Peoples.

Visit the National Walk for Truth website

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