Harmony Week

The theme for Harmony Week 2026 is "Culture connects us all !"

Harmony Week is the celebration that recognises our diversity and brings together Australians from all different backgrounds.  It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone.

You can wear orange to show your support, or you can attend/host a Harmony Week event.

In Australia the week aligns with the March 21 Harmony day of reflection which is the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

 

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Community Events

 

Burnie Library - Wednesday 18 March 

• Online Languages and eResources at Burnie Library. Discover Mango, Libraries Tasmania's language app offering 70+ courses, including English for non-English speakers.
• My Rights 101 at Burnie Library - Presented by Tasmania Legal Aid, this session will explore the legal rights and responsibilities for migrants.  Issues such as discrimination, harassment, renting, employment and of course where to get help will be covered.

 

   

Cradle Coast Campus - 11am Wednesday 18 March

Celebrate Harmony Week with colour, creativity, and connection at our relaxed Paint & Sip session for students! Unwind and express yourself with paint-by-numbers kits inspired by cultures from around the world, while enjoying a variety of international snacks and drinks, a fun way to share global flavours and celebrate the diversity that makes our university community so special.

 

Burnie Foreshore - 4-8pm Friday 20 March

A Taste of Harmony | by Burnie City Council. To celebrate Burnie's cultural community diversity through food, music, performance, and shared experiences, creating a welcoming, family-friendly afternoon and evening event. Featuring Big hART Gulgawarnigu - Thinking of something, someone. A presentation of digital artworks created by young people from North West Tasmania and from Ngarluma country in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.  Cost: FREE Entry. Just turn up

 

Burnie Child and Family Learning Centre - 4-6pm Thursday 26 March

Families with children aged 0–5 and their older siblings from the Burnie LGA are invited to an evening of food, culture, and activities to celebrate Harmony Week (scheduled for a convenient date after the official week). Enjoy sharing and exploring cultural dishes, traditional dress, stories, and photos, with the chance to contribute to a recipe book of the evening’s plates. To attend, let a team member

 

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