JCU at Indigenous Nationals
UniSport caught up with James Cook University (JCU) after their recent …
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.
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.
High-five if you’re registered for Indigenous Nationals ✋
Not yet? Time to change that. Join us at @uni_newcastle and @thewollotukainstitute for the 30th Anniversary edition of Indigenous Nationals presented by bp Australia.
Chat to your uni about representing, then lock in your spot via the link in bio.
🚨 Registrations increase from Monday 25 May 2026. Don’t miss out.
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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.
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Eyes on the prize... Registrations are OPEN for the 2026 Indigenous Nationals presented by bp Australia and hosted at @thewollotukainstitute and The University of Newcastle.
Chat to your university about representing your university and register now at the link in bio 🔗
#IndigenousNationals | @nusport.sport @uni_newcastle
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.
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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.
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It`s all in the details... However you choose to represent your culture, Indigenous Nationals is a place for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to compete, celebrate and honour the heritage and history of every student-athlete.
🖤❤️💛 💚💙🤍
Wear your culture with pride at the 2026 Indigenous Nationals presented by bp Australia and hosted at @thewollotukainstitute and The University of Newcastle from 29 June-3 July 2026.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of an unforgettable week of sport, connection and community! Chat to your university`s sport department before registering via the link in bio.
#IndigenousNationals
The moments we play for...
Registrations are OPEN for the 2026 Indigenous Nationals presented by bp Australia and hosted at @thewollotukainstitute and The University of Newcastle.
Chat to your university about representing your university and register now at the link in bio 🔗
#IndigenousNationals | @nusport.sport @uni_newcastle
Indigenous Nationals bp Australia Scholarships are now open! 🌟
For the 8th consecutive year, bp Australia will be awarding two $5,000 scholarships to the two most promising Indigenous student-athletes to support their academic and athletic endeavours.
Scholarship recipients will also receive mentoring and professional development opportunities from bp Australia as part of their ongoing partnership with UniSport.
In 2026, bp Australia will present the 30th edition of the Indigenous Nationals, a special milestone as we return to where it all began at The Wollotuka Institute, The University of Newcastle (29 June – 3 July) on Awabakal & Worimi Country.
Find out more and get ready to apply at the link in bio.
📅 Applications close Monday 11 May 2026
#IndigenousNationals | @bp_plc @thewollotukainstitute
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IT`S TIME! 📣 Registrations for the 2026 Indigenous Nationals presented by bp Australia are now OPEN! 🎉🏆
Celebrating 30 years of culture, connection and competition, we’re returning to where it all began at @thewollotukainstitute on Awabakal & Worimi Country 🖤💛❤️
Join Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from universities across Australia for this unforgettable multi-sport event, featuring Touch Football, Volleyball, Basketball & Netball.
More than just a tournament, Indigenous Nationals is about coming together, sharing culture, and building lasting connections through sport.
📅 29 June-3 July
📍The University of Newcastle, NSW (@uni_newcastle)
Contact your university’s sport department before registering to secure your team registration code, then register at the link in bio!
#IndigenousNationals | @bp_plc
@adelaideunisportfitness @anu.sport @tjabal.centre @bond_sport @curtinsports @deakindragons @ecu.sports @fedunisport @flindersunisportfitness @griffithsport @jcusportofficial @jcu_isa @macquarieunisport @mq_isa @walanga_muru_mq @melbunisport @monash_sport @murdochactive
@qutsport @qut_indigiso @rmitactive @scuunilife @swinburnelife @uc.sport @uniscsportandfitness @arcsportunsw @sydunisport @gadigalcentre_usyd @utssport @uqsport @goorieberrimpa @atsisuq @uwasport @uwa_sis @uow_woolyungah @uowuniactive @utassport @latrobesport @ndiss.au @vusport @nusport.theforum @nusport.sport
1️⃣ DAY TO GO 🔥 Registrations open tomorrow at 9:00am AEST 🎉
Be part of the 30th anniversary as we return to where it all began at @thewollotukainstitute @uni_newcastle. We`ll see you there!
Get ready for an epic week of culture, connection, and competition across Touch Football, Volleyball, Basketball & Netball 🏆
Check the link in bio for everything you need to know before you register! 🔗
#IndigenousNationals
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Code of ConductA Code of Conduct template by Sport Australia for your club |
Club Toolkits, Member Templates |
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Code of behaviourCode of behaviour policy |
Nationals Event Policies & Guidelines |
PDF 159.75 KB |
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Participant agreement – Indigenous NationalsIndigenous Nationals participant agreement policy |
Nationals Event Policies & Guidelines |
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