Celebrating diversity – and making all residents feel welcome – is very important to us. That's why we look for ways to:
 

• Show respect and support for cultural, religious and linguistic differences;
• Share experiences and acknowledge the benefits diversity brings;
• Face any challenging issues which could stand in the way of becoming a more inclusive and connected community.

Our multicultural community at a glance

• More than 40% of people living in the City of Belmont report being born overseas;
• 63 languages are spoken within the City;
• More than 29% of residents speak a language other than English at home;
• The number of people in the City who identify as Islamic is more than three times that of the WA average and more than double the national average.

Data is from the ABS Census 2016.
 

Programs and Events

We offer a range of programs and events throughout the year to celebrate and embrace its diverse community.

Multicultural Playgroup

St Maria Goretti Catholic School in Redcliffe offer Moort Waabiny Multicultural Playgroup. Guided by Playgroup Facilitators the group meets Fridays from 9am - 11am during school terms. For more information email admin@smg.wa.edu.au or call 08 6279 2000.
 

Harmony Festival

This outdoor event is held in March to coincide with Harmony Week, a celebration of multiculturalism in Australia. The festival highlights the wonderful diversity within the City with cultural performances, music, activities and cuisines.
 
You will find details of this and other events on our Events Calendar.

For more information, please email community.development@belmont.wa.gov.au or phone the City on 9477 7219.

 

NAIDOC Week and City of Belmont NAIDOC Awards

Held every year in the first full week of July, NAIDOC Week is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and achievements. We celebrate NAIDOC Week with a flag-raising ceremony and morning tea on the Monday of NAIDOC Week, with other activites held throughout the week.

It is also an opportunity to recognise the contributions that Indigenous Australians make to our country, society and community. That's why, every year, we recognise the achievements of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders with the City of Belmont NAIDOC Award and Student NAIDOC Award.

Learn more about the City of Belmont NAIDOC Awards

Visit the NAIDOC website

City of Belmont Food Safari

Through food, participants were able to learn about different cultures, cuisines and share their unique experiences.

The Food Safari program will introduce a different cuisine every 6 months, led by diverse home cooks and Chefs.

Flavours from all over the world are shared, along with stories from the Chef with opportunity to engage in cultural conversations inviting  awareness, understanding and an appreciation of the City’s diverse community. 

If you are a passionate home cook or chef, and are keen to share your culture with the community, we would love to hear from you.

To learn more about the program, please contact our Economic and Community Development Team on 9477 7453 or email community.development@belmont.wa.gov.au.