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National Indigenous Music Awards announce nominees, stacked live lineup
The 2026 National Indigenous Music Awards (NIMAs) nominees have been announced,...
Joseph Guenzler 13 Jul 2026
'We can do many great things, especially if we do them together'
This speech was given at the RING (Reconciliation Industry Network Group) NAIDOC...
Toni Janke 11 Jul 2026
Monash unveils program for Kindred People - a global Indigenous‑led festival coming this September
Monash University's campuses on Boonwurrung Country will be transformed into spa...
Sponsored Content 10 Jul 2026
'Music brings everyone together' - Docker River Band reflects on Guts Touring 2026
After almost two weeks on the road with Guts Touring 2026, First Nations music a...
National Indigenous Art Fair launches most ambitious edition to date at The Cutaway at Barangaroo
The National Indigenous Art Fair (NIAF) has launched its most ambitious edition...
Phoebe Blogg 6 Jul 2026
Wiradjuri soprano to lead First Nations Artist Residency

Wiradjuri soprano Shauntai Abdul-Rahman has been selected to lead the 2026/27 First Nations Artist Residency program delivered by Melbourne International Jazz Festival, the Australian Art Orchestra an...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jul 2, 2026
Young First Nations dancer earns place in prestigious New York City dance program

Aurielle Smith, a proud Kamilaroi performer and 2026 NSW Young Woman of the Year nominee, has secured a coveted place in the prestigious Alvin Ailey Summer Intensive in New York City, one of the world...

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Jul 1, 2026
Tjaka taking their didgetronica to the Whitsundays

Tjaka is set to bring their sound to the Whitsundays as part of QLD Music Trails - The Reef. The Magandjin (Brisbane) based band will perform at Airlie Beach Foreshore on July 4, joining Boy & Bea...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jun 30, 2026
Burramatta NAIDOC Day to celebrate 50 Years of Deadly

Burramatta NAIDOC Day will light up The Crescent, Parramatta Park, this NAIDOC Week with a free, fun, family-friendly festival. On Saturday 11 July from 11am to 3pm, Burramatta NAIDOC Day is a City of...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Jun 27, 2026
First Nations sounds take to the rooftop for NAIDOC Week in Naarm

Multidisciplinary artist, DJ and nightlife scene favourite Soju Gang headlines a stacked celebration of First Nations music and community this NAIDOC Week in Naarm, also raising funds for the Victoria...

Jarred Cross Jarred Cross Jun 26, 2026
Mitch Tambo celebrates language and identity on 'I Am Me'

Indigenous World Music star Mitch Tambo has released a children's album built around culture, confidence and language. I Am Me is a high-energy collection of songs made for young listeners and familie...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jun 26, 2026
ICONYX named NAIDOC Perth Artist of the Year

Kukutja Pintupi artist ICONYX has won NAIDOC Perth Artist of the Year, recognising years spent building a music career centred on culture, storytelling and giving people a voice.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jun 25, 2026
First Sounds returns with new wave of First Nations music

First Nations artists from across Australia are being featured in a new national music compilation released through the First Sounds partnership.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jun 25, 2026
NIMAs back and ready to rock the Darwin Amphitheatre in 2026

The National Indigenous Music Awards (NIMAs) will return to the Darwin Amphitheatre in Garramilla/Darwin with a live performance bill led by Yolŋu rapper, dancer and artist Baker Boy.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jun 23, 2026
JJ Vacant makes his mark with new single 'Line Up'

Noongar, Wongi and Pitjantjatjara hip hop artist JJ Vacant is back with his new single 'Line Up', which debuted on triple j on Monday. The Boorloo-based MC has released the track after building nation...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jun 22, 2026
SELVE continue Abbey Road era with 'Breaking Outta Heaven'

Yugambeh/Kombumerri-based (Gold Coast) alternative six-piece SELVE has released its new EP 'Breaking Outta Heaven', a companion project to the band's 2025 album 'Breaking Into Heaven.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jun 19, 2026
Indigenous artists set to take over BIGSOUND 2026

Indigenous artists are set to star among the first 100 showcase acts for BIGSOUND's 25th anniversary show in Fortitude Valley, Magandjin (Brisbane), September 1-4.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jun 18, 2026
3% and The Terrys team up on new single 'All Gucci'

First Nations collective 3% and indie-rock band The Terrys have released their new single 'All Gucci' via 1788 RECORDS / Believe. A new music video has also been released for the rap and indie-rock co...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Jun 17, 2026
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