STORY - Paths That Brought Us Here

Paths That Brought Us Here

NAIDOC Week 2026

This artwork reflects the theme 50 Years of Deadly, honouring the strength, resilience, and journey of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across generations. Meeting circles represent community, connection, and the coming together of people from different places and times. The animal tracks, earth markings, and journey lines speak to the footsteps of our ancestors and the pathways travelled to reach where we stand today. Native flowers, seashells, and elements of Country are woven throughout to celebrate culture, land, and identity. Together, these symbols tell a story of enduring presence, shared journeys, and the deadly spirit that continues to guide us forward.