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National Indigenous Tertiary Education Student Games (NITESG) began in 1996 as a joint class project between 13 students enrolled in a Diploma of Aboriginal Studies (Community Recreation) at the then Wollotuka School for Aboriginal Studies, The University of Newcastle. 

Now referred to as Indigenous Nationals, the event is a week-long multi-sport competition for Indigenous student-athletes. The annual event aims to bring together student-athletes from universities across Australia to compete in a variety of sports and ultimately crown one university team the champion of the games. Indigenous Nationals is an amazing environment to not only celebrate the rich sporting culture of Indigenous Australia but to also acknowledge the heritage and history of the participating student-athletes.

2026 Indigenous Nationals

In 2026, the 30th Indigenous Nationals will be held from 29 June to 3 July at the University of Newcastle in Newcastle, NSW. The event will contested in a mixed competition across four sports: touch football, basketball, netball, and volleyball. 

UniSport Australia respectfully acknowledges the Awabakal and Worimi Peoples; the traditional owners of the land on which the 2026 Indigenous Nationals will take place. 

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Want to know what Indigenous Nationals is really like?

@uwasport’s very own Ian Brady hit the volleyball courts last year to find out who had the best kit, students’ go-to hype songs, and what their experience at the 2025 Indigenous Nationals was like 🫶

Registrations are OPEN for the 30th Anniversary edition of Indigenous Nationals presnted by bp Australia, and hosted at @thewollotukainstitute and @uni_newcastle 👉 Head to the link in bio to register.

#IndigenousNationals | @nusport.theforum @nusport.sport

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Want to know what Indigenous Nationals is really like? @uwasport’s very own Ian Brady hit the volleyball courts last year to find out who had the best kit, students’ go-to hype songs, and what their experience at the 2025 Indigenous Nationals was like 🫶 Registrations are OPEN for the 30th Anniversary edition of Indigenous Nationals presnted by bp Australia, and hosted at @thewollotukainstitute and @uni_newcastle 👉 Head to the link in bio to register. #IndigenousNationals | @nusport.theforum @nusport.sport

How would $5,000 help support your academic and sporting goals? 🎓

Applications for the Indigenous Nationals bp Australia Scholarships are now open.

For the eighth consecutive year, bp Australia will award two $5,000 scholarships to the most promising Indigenous student-athletes, helping them pursue their goals both on the field and in the classroom.

Recipients will also receive mentoring and professional development opportunities through bp Australia’s ongoing partnership with UniSport Australia.

🚨 Applications close Monday 11 May 2026 ➡️ Apply now at the link in bio.

#IndigenousNationals

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How would $5,000 help support your academic and sporting goals? 🎓 Applications for the Indigenous Nationals bp Australia Scholarships are now open. For the eighth consecutive year, bp Australia will award two $5,000 scholarships to the most promising Indigenous student-athletes, helping them pursue their goals both on the field and in the classroom. Recipients will also receive mentoring and professional development opportunities through bp Australia’s ongoing partnership with UniSport Australia. 🚨 Applications close Monday 11 May 2026 ➡️ Apply now at the link in bio. #IndigenousNationals

Still need a reason to register for Indigenous Nationals? Last year’s competitors have got plenty!

Now it’s your turn… registrations for the 2026 Indigenous Nationals presented by bp Australia are now open 👉 Chat to your University’s sport department and get ready to register via the link in bio.

#IndigenousNationals | #UniSportNationals

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Still need a reason to register for Indigenous Nationals? Last year’s competitors have got plenty! Now it’s your turn… registrations for the 2026 Indigenous Nationals presented by bp Australia are now open 👉 Chat to your University’s sport department and get ready to register via the link in bio. #IndigenousNationals | #UniSportNationals 🎥 @universitywa

Have YOU registered for the 2026 Indigenous Nationals presented by bp Australia yet? There’s only one correct answer… 👀

If not, it’s time to chat to your university’s sports department about representing your university, then head to the link in bio to register.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the historic 30th Anniversary of Indigenous Nationals, hosted back where it all began at @thewollotukainstitute and The University of Newcastle, NSW.

#IndigenousNationals

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Have YOU registered for the 2026 Indigenous Nationals presented by bp Australia yet? There’s only one correct answer… 👀 If not, it’s time to chat to your university’s sports department about representing your university, then head to the link in bio to register. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the historic 30th Anniversary of Indigenous Nationals, hosted back where it all began at @thewollotukainstitute and The University of Newcastle, NSW. #IndigenousNationals

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