Celebrate the 2024 NAIDOC theme with artists from around our region, with artworks curated by Outback Arts Executive Director Jamie-Lea Trindall

NAIDOC Week, which first began in 1975, provides an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.

The theme honours the enduring strength and vitality of First Nations culture – with fire a symbol of connection to Country, to each other, and to the rich tapestry of traditions that define Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This exhibition celebrates our regions Indigenous identities, empowering us to stand tall in our local heritage and be proud of who our community is in these modern times. 

Keep the Fire Burning – Blak, Loud and Proud

7 artists from 7 communities

Sooty Welsh

Petina Smith

Joahanna Parker

Maddi Hodgetts

Brian Smith

George Williams

Dwayne Biles