Not many people know that weaving is a cultural practice traditional to Australia’s Eastern Seaboard. Come learn traditional weaving techniques in the Burrin Makurr Weaving Workshop, using locally sourced & dyed natural materials, with senior weavers from the Boolarng Nangamai Read More »

“Gathang is the language of this land; it has been spoken in this area for thousands of years.” Jeremy Saunders, Gathang language teacher & Birpai man Come and learn some simple Gathang words and phrases and discover the beautiful tongue Read More »

Create your own unique design motif and then convert it into a design screen, to be printed on your own calico bag and onto decorative banners that will be hung throughout the Festival progressively during the day. It’s a special Read More »

Come join third year NAISDA graduates in contemporary indigenous dance workshops on the Dancestry sands on Australia Day. Following each performance by this dynamic young dance troupe, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a 20 minute dance workshop. Workshop Read More »

Talented didgeridoo player & Gangga Marrang dancer Adam Russell will share the ancient sounds and techniques of the Didgeridoo with men of all ages. In these workshops for didgeridoo beginners, participants will learn the technique of circular breathing and didgeridoo Read More »

Ash Johnston returns with the urban craft of aerosol art. Ash will work with teens to create a massive graffiti mural masterpiece. Teens can work with Ash from the afternoon onwards, learning the special spray painting techniques that make his Read More »

DreamBox is a place for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to share their dreams in words and photos. Over 1000 dreams have been shared at Indigenous festivals around the country since March 2011. Join and share your dream with Read More »