Paraulpi by Zaachariaha Fielding, the 2026 National NAIDOC Week poster competition winner.
Moree Plains will mark NAIDOC Week with a broad program of cultural celebrations, family activities, community gatherings, sport, markets and dedicated Elders events across Moree and Mungindi.
This year’s NAIDOC Week theme is 50 Years of Deadly, recognising five decades of NAIDOC as a platform for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, culture, truth, strength and community leadership. National NAIDOC Week runs from July 5 to 12.
NAIDOC Week is a significant time to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Locally, the week will bring together families, Elders, young people, community organisations and local services for events honouring culture, connection, identity and community pride.
Monday, July 6
The local program begins on Monday morning with a Dhiiyaan Centre morning tea at 9am, followed by the Community NAIDOC March and Flag Raising in Moree from 10.30am.
Family Fun Day 2026 will then be held at Jellicoe Park from 12pm to 3pm, with a free barbecue, games and community activities.
In Mungindi, the Mungindi Aboriginal Land Council will host a NAIDOC event at 47 Goondiwindi Street from 12pm to 3pm, with a free barbecue and community time capsule activities.
Tuesday, July 7
On Tuesday, Moree Hospital on Alice Street will host a NAIDOC celebration featuring a flag raising ceremony, damper competition and barbecue lunch.
Abcare will also run a fishing competition and cultural activities at the Mehi River from 10am.
Wednesday, July 8
Wednesday brings a busy community schedule, with several events starting from 10am.
The Benevolent Society will host an arts and craft morning tea, while Miyay Birray will hold a community day at Jellicoe Park Weir.
SHAE Academy will stage Dhiiyaan Day, featuring cultural performances, dance, storytelling, arts and craft, children’s activities and a community cook-off. NAIDOC karaoke will also be held at SHAE Academy from 10am, with prizes for singing and dancing.
Thursday, July 9
Elders will be honoured on Thursday with the NAIDOC Elders Event at the Banquet Hall from 11am.
Later in the afternoon, Mehi Maruma-li Markets will be held at Moree SHAE Academy from 4pm, with market stalls, food, live entertainment and community activities.
A PNABC Birth Certificate Sign-Up Event will also run on Thursday from 9.30am to 3pm in Moree. The walk-in service is designed to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members apply for birth certificates, with no appointment needed.
Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11
Sport takes centre stage on Friday with Moree NAIDOC Golf Day at Moree Golf Club. The event features a 7.30am shotgun start in a two-person ambrose format. Entry is $60 per team and includes a barbecue breakfast.
The week’s local program continues on Saturday, July 11, with Amaroo Tavern Family Day from 1pm. The afternoon will include live music, family activities, arts and crafts, DJ entertainment and free activities.
Community members and visitors are encouraged to check directly with event organisers closer to the dates to confirm final details, including any changes to times, locations, costs or public access arrangements.
