Wiradjuri pride on display at NAIDOC awards

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Wiradjuri pride on display at NAIDOC awards

Sep 25 2025 Updated 15 hours ago

Madeline Blackstock

The 2025 Elder award was presented to Kim Oliver, pictured with Parkes Mayor Cr Neil Westcott, Member for Orange Phil Donato and Cr Doug Pout. PHOTOS: Jenny Kingham

At this year's Parkes NAIDOC celebrations and awards locals have been recognised for their continued dedication to sharing and preserving First Nations language and culture.

Incorporated into a family fun day with performances, arts and activities, and stalls at Bushman's Hill on Saturday, award recipients were announced by Cr Doug Pout.

Elder Award: Kim Oliver

Kim is always assisting and helpi...

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