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Burramatta NAIDOC Day

  • Things to do, Fairs and festivals
  1. Jannawii dancers in Parramatta
    Photograph: Supplied/Burramatta
  2. Budjerah, First Nations performer
    Photograph: SuppliedBudjerah
  3. Kobie Dee, First Nations performer
    Photograph: SuppliedKobie Dee
  4. The Merindas, First Nations performers
    Photograph: SuppliedThe Merindas
  5. A group of women on the grass at a ngumpie weaving workshop
    Photograph: SuppliedNgumpie weaving
  6. A First Nations girl at Warami festival
    Photograph: Supplied
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Time Out says

Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up! – to a free day of Indigenous culture and music in Parramatta

Burramatta NAIDOC is a family-friendly celebration set to conclude NAIDOC week (July 3-10) with festivities that feature Indigenous culture, art and music. This year's NAIDOC theme, “Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!”, is a call to action to rally around Indigenous communities and amplify First Nations voices. Burramatta NAIDOC invites all Australians to learn more about Indigenous history, and share in a celebration of First Nations culture and accomplishments.

Burramatta NAIDOC will take place on Sunday July 10 at Pavilion Flat, Parramatta Park as part of the City of Parramatta’s annual First Nations festival, Warami. The festivities will include children's workshops, market stalls, performances, great food and much more. Whether you’re keen to taste bush tucker or explore Indigenous craftsmanship at a Ngumpie weaving workshop, Burramatta NAIDOC has plenty to discover and enjoy.

Accomplished Kamilaroi musician Uncle Col Hardy will host the event alongside seasoned actor and Home and Away alumnus Luke Carroll. Performances will include Budjerah, a Coodjinburra singer-songwriter from the Bundjalung nation. Budjerah draws inspiration from his culture and the people around him, combining sleek R&B beats with dreamy melodies and soulful lyrics. With an Ed Sheeran collaboration and an ARIA award already under his belt, Budjerah is destined for big things. 

Kobie Dee is a 24-year-old Gomeroi hip-hop artist with wisdom beyond his years. Kobie has a penchant for storytelling, which comes alive through his music. Combining this gift for lyricism with his effortless style, Kobie Dee is one of the most exciting new voices in Australian hip hop.

West Australian pop duo the Merindas create music dedicated to their cultural heritage. They weave Noongar language into their lyrics against a backdrop of soulful R&B and electro-pop. Always dressed to impress on the stage, the Merindas are natural-born performers that you don't want to miss.

Singer-songwriter Tilly Tjala Thomas crafts serene indie-folk tunes that combine Nukunu language and English lyrics. Hailing from the Fleurieu Peninsula, Tilly has been a songwriter and musician since age 11. Themes of country and culture feature heavily in Tilly's music, interlaced with dreamy melodies and dulcet vocals.

More performances will be announced soon. The day kicks off at 10.30am and goes through to 5pm – see you down in Parramatta Park. 

Find out more about Burramatta NAIDOC Day.

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Free
Opening hours:
10.30am-5pm
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