Bid on a unique artwork created for National Child Protection Week 2026
Created by Karina Jeffrey of Garawa Aboriginal Designs, this original artwork brings the 2026 National Child Protection Week theme, Every Conversation Matters: Shifting Conversation to Action, to life.
The artwork reflects connection, collective responsibility and the importance of continuing to move forward together to create safer communities for children and young people.
Minimum bid: $6,600 including GST
Auction closes: 5:00pm AEST, Friday 11 September 2026
Karina Jeffrey is a contemporary Aboriginal artist and a proud Woolwonga and Uwanwul woman from Darwin, Northern Territory.
Karina has been creating art from a young age and has a lifelong passion for storytelling through her work. Now a full-time artist, she creates a diverse range of artworks, including paintings, murals and logos, bringing together traditional colour palettes and contemporary design.
Through her art, Karina shares her stories, cultural knowledge and love of creativity, creating works that reflect both cultural heritage and contemporary expression.
Learn more about Karina and her artwork HERE.
Created especially for National Child Protection Week 2026, this original artwork by Karina Jeffrey of Garawa Aboriginal Designs brings together vibrant colour, contemporary design and meaningful symbolism to reflect the importance of moving beyond awareness and conversation into collective action.
The motifs throughout the artwork represent people from all walks of life coming together, sharing, listening and working collectively towards positive change.
Each element reflects connection, support and the strength found in unity.
Running through the centre of the artwork is a journey line, symbolising the path we take each day to create safer, stronger communities. It represents both individual and shared responsibility in taking action.
On one side of the journey line are emu footprints, symbolising forward movement and progress. The emu was intentionally chosen as it cannot walk backwards, representing the importance of continuing to move forward, one step at a time.
On the opposite side is the hammerhead shark, representing resilience and strength. This symbol reflects the idea that even during challenging times, we must continue to push forward, taking each day as it comes.
The dots throughout the design represent people across Australia from different backgrounds and communities who have been supported by, engaged with or are part of NAPCAN’s work.
Together, they form a visual representation of nationwide connection and shared responsibility.
The artwork speaks to the power of conversation as a catalyst for action. Through connection, understanding and collective effort, we can create meaningful change and safer environments for children and communities across Australia.
The National Child Protection Week 2026 Silent Auction is open from:
9:00am AEST, Monday 24 August until 5:00pm AEST, Friday 11 September 2026.
Bidding starts at $6,600 including GST.
Your bid must be:
You can place another bid at any time before the auction closes.
By bidding on this original artwork, you are supporting NAPCAN’s work to prevent child abuse and neglect before it starts and help create safer communities for children and young people across Australia.
Funds raised through the silent auction will support NAPCAN’s prevention work, helping us continue to provide education, resources and programs that build the knowledge, confidence and capacity of people and communities to support children and young people.
NAPCAN also recognises the time, skill and expertise that artists bring to their work, and the importance of artists being appropriately recognised and paid for their creative contribution. As part of this auction, any proceeds above $6,600 will be shared equally between NAPCAN and Karina Jeffrey.
National Child Protection Week reminds us that we all have a role to play. Through conversations, connection and everyday actions, we can strengthen the communities around children and help create meaningful, lasting change.
Have a question about the silent auction? Take a look through the information below for answers to some of the most common questions.
If you need any further help, our team is available Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm AEST on 02 8073 3300 or at contact@napcan.org.au.
The silent auction opens at 9:00am AEST on Monday 24 August 2026 and closes at 5:00pm AEST on Friday 11 September 2026.
Bids received after the closing time will not be accepted.
Yes. You can submit another bid at any time before the auction closes.
Once you submit your bid, a confirmation message will appear on the page.
The successful bidder will be the person who submits the highest valid bid received before the auction closes.
If two people submit the same highest bid, the bid received first will be successful.
NAPCAN will contact the successful bidder after the auction closes by email and phone.
The artwork is currently located in Brisbane, Queensland.
No. Purchasing the artwork gives the successful bidder ownership of the physical artwork only.
Copyright in the artwork remains with Karina Jeffrey / Garawa Aboriginal Designs. Purchasing the artwork does not provide permission to reproduce, adapt or commercially use the artwork.
The artwork was created by Karina Jeffrey of Garawa Aboriginal Designs.
Karina is a contemporary Aboriginal artist and a proud Woolwonga and Uwanwul woman from Darwin, Northern Territory. She has been creating art since she was a young girl and has a lifelong passion for storytelling through her work.
Now a full-time artist, Karina creates a diverse range of contemporary artworks and shares her stories, cultural knowledge and love of art through her creative practice.
The minimum bid is $6,600 including GST.
All bids must be made in whole Australian dollar amounts and must be higher than the previous highest valid bid at the time they are received.
NAPCAN will endeavour to contact you if you have been outbid and give you the opportunity to submit another bid before the auction closes.
For assistance you can call 02 8073 3300 or contact@napcan.org.au to confirm.
Full payment must be received by 5:00pm AEST on Friday 18 September 2026.
Payment instructions will be provided directly to the successful bidder.
The successful bidder is responsible for arranging and paying for the delivery of the artwork.
NAPCAN will work with the successful bidder to coordinate this delivery
Collection is not available for the artwork, delivery is the only method.
NAPCAN does not represent that the purchase price, or any part of the purchase price, is tax deductible.
If this is important to you, we recommend seeking your own tax advice before bidding.
For any successful bid above $6,600 including GST, the additional proceeds will be shared equally between NAPCAN and Karina Jeffrey.
Before placing your bid, please take a moment to read the full Silent Auction Terms and Conditions.
These cover the key details of the auction, including bidding, payment, collection or delivery, ownership and copyright.