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Friends of the Myall Creek Memorial
The Friends of Myall Creek Memorial Inc. exists to honour truth, remembrance, and reconciliation.
We are a community of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people working together to ensure that the story of Myall Creek — and the courage shown in confronting its truth — continues to be heard.
Our purpose is to help Australians understand our shared history, to speak the truth of what happened, and to walk together on the journey of healing.
Here, truth and respect walk together.
Our Story
In 1838, a group of Aboriginal men, women, and children were killed at Myall Creek.
This event — one of many during the Frontier Wars — was the first time in Australia that some of those responsible were tried and executed under colonial law. It remains a defining moment in our national story of truth and justice. Generations later, descendants and community members came together to create a place of truth-telling and remembrance. Their leadership led to the opening of the Myall Creek Memorial on 10 June 2000 — a symbol of courage, respect, and reconciliation.
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THE MEMORIAL CONTINUES TO GROW THROUGH THREE KEY STAGES:
STAGE 1
Memorial Walk (2000)
STAGE 2
Cultural space and Aboriginal garden (2021)
STAGE 3
Proposed educational and cultural centre, approved and awaiting funding
The site is listed on both Federal and NSW State Heritage Registers as a place of national significance.
Our People and Governance
Friends of Myall Creek Memorial Inc. is a registered not-for-profit charity with deductible gift recipient status.
Our national committee reflects reconciliation in action — half Aboriginal and half non-Aboriginal, with the Aboriginal voice holding the final word. Community-led Friends groups in Sydney, Armidale, and beyond help share the story and sustain the work of remembrance.
Find your local Friends Group in the Contact Section
Annual Commemoration
Each June, the community gathers on Country for the Annual Myall Creek Commemoration — a day of reflection, truth, and unity. We walk the path, read the plaques, and remember those who were lost. It is a time of quiet strength and shared respect, where families, descendants, and supporters honour the past and continue the journey toward understanding.
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Continuing the Story
Our work extends beyond commemoration — it’s about truth-telling, education, and connection.
Through partnerships with schools and communities, we share the story of the Myall Creek massacre with future generations. Every act of remembrance keeps the truth alive.
Contact Us
For enquiries, tours, or to connect with your local Friends group:
ABORIGINAL CO-CHAIR
Keith Munro
0411 620 220
keith.munro@mca.com.au
NON-ABORIGINAL CO-CHAIR
Ann Daly
0408 689 773
anndaly99@gmail.com
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Ivan Roberts
0422 648 191
iroberts2505@yahoo.com.au
Use the Contact Us form to reach the National Committee