Amidst the despair of the fires ravaging the country, Australians have been inspired by the incredible courage, selflessness and generosity of communities coming together to help those affected.
Olympian Ben Mates fighting fires on the front line
Olympian Ben Mates fighting fires on the front line
The Australian Olympic Committee acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this nation.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of all the lands on which we are located. We pay our respects to ancestors and Elders, past and present.
We celebrate and honour all of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Olympians.
The Australian Olympic Committee is committed to honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their rich contribution to society and sport.