30/03/2024
As thousands head to the Western-NSW town of Dubbo for the 48th Koori Knockout, its reputation as an inclusive rugby league showcase remains unmatched.
It's a long way from its grass roots birth in Redfern, but the Koori Knockout well and truly transcends the sporting arena.
It's an event like no other, and is now one of the largest Indigenous gatherings in the world.
Co-founder Bill Kennedy says the original purpose of bringing Aboriginal people together remains crucial to its success.