With a $1.4 million grants round, communities across the Electorate of Parkes will be supported to celebrate NAIDOC Week this year. 
The Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton encourages communities in the Electorate to apply for a grant to host a local celebration.
“NAIDOC Week is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples,” Mr Coulton said.
“The Coalition Government proudly supports NAIDOC Week each year. Local grants will enable communities to host their own events, for example a cultural showcase or family fun day.”
The 2018 NAIDOC theme ‘Because of her, we can!’ celebrates the important contributions that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women have made and continue to make to our nation. 
“In addition to the local grants, the Government will support the 2018 National NAIDOC Awards Ceremony – which honours the achievements of First Australians across a number of fields”
Minister for Indigenous Affairs, Nigel Scullion, said that hundreds of events will be held across the country to celebrate NAIDOC Week.
“I look forward to celebrating NAIDOC Week this year and encourage all Australian communities to get involved.” 
Applications close 3 April 2018 at 5pm (AEST). Further information on the 2018 NAIDOC Grants is available at https://www.pmc.gov.au/indigenous-affairs/grants-and-funding/naidoc-week-funding