At Northern Bay P–12 College, we are proud to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026 and recognise the rich histories, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year’s theme, “50 Years of Deadly,” marks an important milestone, celebrating five decades of NAIDOC Week and recognising the strength, resilience and enduring contributions of First Nations peoples across Australia.
While NAIDOC Week falls during the school holidays, Northern Bay College is committed to ensuring our students and community have the opportunity to come together to celebrate this significant occasion. To align with the school term, we will be holding our NAIDOC Week celebrations during the first week of Term 3 through a series of special campus assemblies across our Junior Campuses.
These assemblies will provide students with the opportunity to deepen their understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, reflect on the significance of this year’s theme, and celebrate the stories, traditions and achievements that continue to shape our nation. They are an important opportunity for our College community to come together in recognition, learning and respect.
Families are warmly invited to attend and join us in celebrating this important week alongside our students.
Assembly Dates
⭐ Peacock P–8 Campus
Monday 13 July
⭐ Wexford Campus
Friday 17 July
⭐ Tallis P–8 Campus
Friday 17 July
⭐ Hendy P–8 Campus
Thursday 23 July
Throughout the celebrations, students will engage with the meaning of this year’s theme and reflect on the importance of recognising the voices, histories and ongoing contributions of First Nations peoples. The assemblies will also provide an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of our College community while strengthening our collective commitment to reconciliation, respect and cultural understanding.
Senior students through our Goldsworthy Campus can take part in a number of activities throughout the week, such as creating artwork, making damper and listening to powerful stories in our library.
The official artwork for NAIDOC Week 2026, Paralpi, was created by Zaachariaha Fielding, a proud Anangu man from the APY Lands in South Australia. The artwork celebrates the significance of Paralpi, a culturally important place where children gather, learn from Elders and connect with Country. It beautifully reflects the importance of passing knowledge between generations, honouring culture and celebrating community—values that strongly align with Northern Bay College’s commitment to creating inclusive learning environments where every student feels connected and empowered.
At Northern Bay College, we proudly acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we learn and grow, the Wadawurrung People, and pay our respects to Elders past and present. We recognise that learning about First Nations histories and cultures is an ongoing journey, and NAIDOC Week provides an important opportunity for our students to celebrate, reflect and continue building understanding.
We look forward to welcoming families and community members to our campus assemblies as we celebrate 50 Years of Deadly together and continue to honour the rich cultural heritage that is at the heart of Australia’s story.
