NAIDOC Week 2026 | Northern Grampians

NAIDOC Week is an annual recognition held across Australia during the first week of July running from Sunday to Sunday. It provides an opportunity for all Australians to learn more about First Nations cultures and histories while participating in community events and celebrations of the oldest continuous living cultures on earth.

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2026 Activities

The following activities are taking place across the shire over the week, however please be aware that some are closed events for students, parents or mob, while others are open to the community. 

Stawell West & Stawell Secondary College (closed event)

Stawell West Primary School and Stawell Secondary College students are joining forces to celebrate NAIDOC Week on Wednesday, July 15 with a range of activities for students to enjoy. Parents are also invited to attend from 12.25pm for a picnic lunch and to view the students work created over the course of the morning. 

Flag Raisings (open events)

Council will raise flags in Stawell and St Arnaud as a mark of respect which community are welcome to attend. 
St Arnaud - Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 8.00am - Market Square in St Arnaud.

Stawell - Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 9.00am - Pleasant Creek Historical Precinct (on the Western Highway) in Stawell.

 

Library Activities (open events)

Libraries in St Arnaud and Stawell have book displays, themed Storytime sessions, colouring and craft options available during the week. Feature books include Fast Fish, Super Snake and Moli Bin Git Stak (Molly Gets Stuck). Find out more about the libraries opening hours and location on council's website, here.

BLGC and Goolum Goolum Activities (closed and open events)

Barengi Gadjin Land Council and Goolum are hosting a range of activities in Horsham and Stawell which people can support. Please be aware that some are mob only while others are for mob and allies.You can find out more on the Goolum website, here.