The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy
The theme for 2026 NAIDOC Week is '50 Years of Deadly'
This years theme marks a milestone. It’s a tribute to the people who built this movement. the Elders who stood firm, the organisers who made space, the artists who turned resistance into expression, and the communities who keep showing up, year after year.
The Competition
We invite students to take part in the 2026 NAIDOC Art Competition. Winners of each category will receive a certificate and a book, and an invitation to a special award ceremony.
All entries will be displayed at The Rocks Discovery Museum and on The Rocks Discovery Museum website from 1 - 31 July 2026 in celebration on NAIDOC Week (6-13 July). Winners will be selected by Student Learning Adventures, The Rocks Discovery Museum and an Aboriginal community representative.
Categories
Kindergarten to Year 2
Year 3 - Year 4
Year 5 - Year 6
Year 7 - Year 9
Year 10 - Year 12
Requirements
Artwork must relate to the NAIDOC Week 2026 Theme '50s Years of Deadly'
Students must include a brief explanation to accompany their artwork (a word document is fine)
Entries must be submitted online. All artworks will need to be scanned or photographed and submitted via the portal. See instructions on how to photograph or scan your artwork here.
Entries will close on Monday 1 June.
Submit your entry here
