# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Symbols of Home: The Story of the Torres Strait Islander Flag
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: To mark NAIDOC week, MC Deb Lowah Clark guides a conversation with Bernard Namok Jnr and Lenka Vanderboom about the story of the Torres Strait Islander flag.

In 1992, the Island Coordinating Council organised a cultural revival workshop, which included a design competition for a flag. Uncle Bernard Namok’s iconic design won and became the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission (ATSIC) recognised Torres Strait Islander Flag.

The Eureka Centre is honoured to welcome author Bernard Namok Jnr, son of Uncle Bernard Namok, who designed the Torres Strait Islander flag. Bernard will discuss the story behind the creation of the flag, its symbolism, and his efforts to carry the torch of his father’s legacy.

Bernard Namok Jr is a proud St. Paul, Badu and Erubian man from the Torres Strait living on Yidinji country. Bernard is an author, broadcaster and advocate for the First People’s Disability Network. His vibrant children’s book, ‘Our Flag, Our Story’ (2024) was shortlisted for the 2025 Young People’s History Prize.

Multi skilled local and event MC Deb Lowah Clark is a proud Meriam woman of the Torres Strait Islands, living on Wadawurrung Country. Deb has been a passionate educator for 27 years and contributes richly to Ballarat’s musical culture as a singer-songwriter.

Lenka Vanderboom is a Yawuru woman and board member of Magabala Books Indigenous publishing house. Lenka is also the City of Ballarat’s Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer.

Welcome to Country to be delivered by Wadawurrung Traditional Owner, Kellie Phillips.

This event includes the screening of a 28-minute documentary, ‘Carry the Flag’ (2017).

Image credit: Bernard Namok at St Pauls, Moa Island. ©Tamarind Tree Pictures
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ballarat/symbols-of-home-the-story-of-the-torres-strait-islander-flag/200030196340018
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, music, contests, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 327

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ballarat
- **state**: VI
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: 102 Stawell Street South, Ballarat, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3350
- **lat**: -37.56583
- **long**: 143.88466
- **full address**: 102 Stawell Street South, Ballarat, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3350

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Symbols of Home: The Story of the Torres Strait Islander Flag being held?
  - **A:** Symbols of Home: The Story of the Torres Strait Islander Flag takes place on Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 102 Stawell Street South, Ballarat, VIC, Australia, Victoria 3350.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Symbols of Home: The Story of the Torres Strait Islander Flag?
  - **A:** Symbols of Home: The Story of the Torres Strait Islander Flag is organized by Eureka Centre Ballarat.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Symbols of Home: The Story of the Torres Strait Islander Flag is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ballarat, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 320+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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