Reconciliation Action Plan JUNE 2021 - JUNE 2023 ABOUT THE ARTIST Rheanna Lotter Rheanna Lotter is a proud Yuin woman, former NSW cricket representative and founder of Ngandabaa (Yun-da-baa; named after her grandfather Keith Thorne). Growing up in Willow Vale – in the NSW Southern Highlands – sport, culture and art have been a large part of Rheanna’s life. Rheanna’s first commissioned work was with Sydney Thunder and Sydney Sixers, designing their community jerseys for the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander T20 Cup. From there, Rheanna’s work has extended to the NSW teams at the National Indigenous Cricket Championships, Sydney Thunder Women’s Big Bash League, Sydney Thunder Big Bash League, Australian Football League and the Australian "The artwork featured through the Cricket Paralympic team, amongst various NSW Reconciliation Action Plan is centered other projects locally and overseas. The artwork featured through the on the community, our past and the cricket Cricket NSW Reconciliation Action journey that many find themselves on.” Plan is centered on the community, our past and the cricket journey that many find themselves on. The Rainbow Serpent, with blue circles, represent the past, present and future players in NSW, with the stream representing the pathway of cricket, from grassroots to elite. The blue, magenta and lime colours on the Rainbow Serpent represent the six professional teams within Cricket NSW and showcase that everyone is welcome. The brown colours represent the values of Cricket NSW and the acknowledgement of Aboriginal land. Cricket NSW thanks Rheanna Lotter for her substantial and ongoing contribution to cricket in our community and showcasing the spirit of reconciliation, culture and community. Reconciliation Action Plan JUNE 2021 - JUNE 2023 CONTENTS 04 Acknowledgement of Country 07 Messages 09 CNSW History 10 OUR VISION FOR RECONCILIATION 12 Cricket NSW Reconcilliation Action Plan WORKING GROUP 13 Case Study 14 Case Study (Hannah Darlington – Breakers and Sydney Thunder WBBL Player) 16 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 17 Case Study (JOSH LALOR - BBL VETERAN) 18 Actions and Deliverables - Relationships - Respect - Opportunities - Governance - Final words Reconciliation Action Plan Acknowledgement OF Country CNSW acknowledges and pays respect to the land and waters across New South Wales, on which we are privileged to live, work, and play our great game of cricket. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who have walked upon and cared for this land for thousands of years. We acknowledge their ongoing connection to this country as the Traditional Owners and we commit ourselves to the ongoing journey of Reconciliation, so that together we may bring about equity and equality, built on strong and trusting relationships. Reconciliation Action Plan Reconciliation Action Plan Reflections from Cricket NSW CEO & Chairman MESSAGES Cricket NSW’s first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is being released with the vision that it will enable CNSW to embrace and inspire Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to truly engage in cricket, and the many opportunities it can provide: the chance to make friends, to enjoy a healthy lifestyle, to have fun, and the possibility of representing their state and nation. The purpose of our RAP is to offer offer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in NSW a formal statement of our commitment to reconciliation and positive engagement. While this document is our acknowledgement, reconciliation can only be built on a foundation of mutual trust, respect and relationships and it is also a concession that our sport could have done some things better in the past. However, as we head into the future, our commitment to improve is underpinned by Relationships, Respect, Opportunities, and Governance because each of these pillars can shape what’s not only a welcoming environment for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to cricket, but one that could also provide individuals with a sense of empowerment. We would also like to take the release of our RAP as an opportunity to acknowledge, and thank, the Cricket NSW Aboriginal Advisory Committee for the tireless guidance and support they’ve provided as we’ve engaged with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities during the preparation of this plan. Apart from allowing us to share the message that cricket really is a sport for all, the Committee has also helped our Community Cricket Staff implement programs that have introduced Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children to the sport. While Cricket NSW is excited – and proud – to release our first RAP, we know there is still a way to go. However, as an organisation that’s dedicated to reconciliation, we’re deeply committed to fulfilling our vision of ensuring all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples know that they’re welcomed - and respected - by Cricket NSW. Lee Germon John Knox CNSW Chief Executive Officer CNSW Chairman Reconciliation Action Plan JUNE 2021 - JUNE 2023 7 Reflections from Reconciliation Australia CEO Reconciliation Australia commends Cricket NSW on the formal endorsement of its inaugural Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). Commencing an Innovate RAP is a crucial and rewarding period in an organisation’s reconciliation journey. It is a time to build strong foundations and relationships, ensuring sustainable, thoughtful, and impactful RAP outcomes into the future. Since 2006, RAPs have provided a framework for organisations to leverage their structures and diverse spheres of influence to support the national reconciliation movement. This Innovate RAP is both an opportunity and an invitation for Cricket NSW to expand its understanding of its core strengths and deepen its relationship with its community, staff, and stakeholders. By investigating and understanding the integral role it plays across its sphere of influence, Cricket NSW will create dynamic reconciliation outcomes, supported by and aligned with its business objectives. An Innovate RAP is the time to strengthen and develop the connections that form the lifeblood of all RAP commitments. The RAP program’s framework of relationships, respect, and opportunities emphasises not only the importance of fostering consultation and collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, but also empowering and enabling staff to contribute to this process, as well. With over 2.3 million people now either working or studying in an organisation with a RAP, the program’s potential for impact is greater than ever. Cricket NSW is part of a strong network of more than 1,100 corporate, government, and not-for-profit organisations that have taken goodwill and intention, and transformed it into action. Implementing an Innovate RAP signals that Cricket NSW is ready to develop and strengthen relationships, engage staff and stakeholders in reconciliation, and pilot innovative strategies to ensure effective outcomes. Getting these steps right will ensure the sustainability of future RAPs and reconciliation initiatives, and provide meaningful impact toward Australia’s reconciliation journey. Congratulations Cricket NSW on your Innovate RAP and I look forward to following your ongoing reconciliation journey. Karen Mundine Chief Executive Officer Reconciliation Australia Reconciliation Action Plan JUNE 2021 - JUNE 2023 8 Reflections from the NSW Aboriginal Cricket Advisory Committee As Chair of the Cricket NSW Aboriginal Cricket Advisory Committee it has been pleasing to see Cricket NSW improve the way they deal with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. The Committee was formed to oversee the work done and advise on different and better ways to achieve results. The Committee has "Cricket NSW have a real commitment to worked closely with the Community Cricket improving the way they engage with Aboriginal Department and W/BBL teams to assist with and Torres Strait Islander PeopleS.” promotional and cultural awareness opportunities across the State. The Committee has developed excellent relationships with key staff and has assisted with engaging key groups in the community to get new programs up and running. The committee has been in discussions with Cricket NSW Staff with regards to developing a Reconciliation Action Plan and are very excited about this now becoming a reality. We are also very much involved in the process with two members as part of the working group. Cricket NSW have a real commitment to improving the way they engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. The Committee commend them on developing their first RAP and look forward to working with them on the implementation phase of the project. Mark Ella AM Reconciliation Action Plan JUNE 2021 - JUNE 2023 9 Our vision for reconciliation - Our vision for reconciliation is cricket uniting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Indigenous Australians; -providing encouragement, support and opportunities for everyone to come together to ‘play and love cricket’ in New South Wales. Reconciliation Action Plan JUNE 2021 - JUNE 2023 10 Our Reconciliation Action Plan Cricket NSW is the peak state sporting organisation responsible for the governance, development, promotion and administration of cricket throughout New South Wales. It promotes cricket from grassroots level, inspiring people to play and participate in the "Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander sport, and develops elite talent from people are a very important part pathway programs through to state