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NIMAs back and ready to rock the Darwin Amphitheatre in 2026
The National Indigenous Music Awards (NIMAs) will return to the Darwin Amphithea...
Joseph Guenzler 23 Jun 2026
'I'm just so happy' - New Darwin Festival artistic director Ben Graetz takes the reins
Arts leader Ben Graetz is returning home to take the helm at the Darwin Festival...
Liz Hobday (AAP) 22 Jun 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...
Joseph Guenzler 22 Jun 2026
Young people's experiences of the justice system brought to the stage in Saplings' Victorian premiere
The Australian Theatre for Young People's (ATYP) acclaimed production, Saplings,...
Phoebe Blogg 19 Jun 2026
NAISDA announces executive leadership transition
As leading performing arts training college for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Isl...
Giovanni Torre 17 Jun 2026
World premiere of Beyond the Tracks celebrates life and legacy of Michael Leslie

Recognised as a renowned dancer, choreographer and educator, Michael Leslie will step onto the stage to tell his own remarkable story in the world premiere of Beyond the Tracks.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Jun 15, 2026
Celebrated First Nations choreographers return for contemporary dance works at Sydney Opera House

Following critically acclaimed international seasons, two celebrated First Nations choreographers have arrived home for strictly limited seasons of contemporary dance works at the Sydney Opera House.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Jun 11, 2026
Gunai writer's one-woman show Yandha Djanbay (Go Slowly) to visit Merrigong Theatre Company

Merrigong Theatre Company is set to present Gunai artist and writer Kirli Saunders' captivating one-woman show, Yandha Djanbay (Go Slowly), as part of their Mainstage season from the 17-20 June at the...

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Jun 5, 2026
The late Rhoda Roberts AO honoured with National NAIDOC Lifetime Achievement Award

The National NAIDOC Committee has named the late Rhoda Roberts AO as the recipient of the 2026 National NAIDOC Lifetime Achievement Award. A proud Widjabul Wia-bal woman from Bundjalung Country, Ms Ro...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre May 21, 2026
'Most forward-thinking Indigenous music artists working today': The Velocity of Language - unique sounds and language revitilisation on Wurundjeri Country

Overlooking the rolling green hills of Wurundjeri Country beyond Naarm's north-east fringes, First Nations language reclamation will resonate on this afternoon of music, sound and art.

Jarred Cross Jarred Cross May 19, 2026
Mentors announced for 2026 Indigenous Storytellers Scholarship

The Indigenous Storytellers Scholarship has unveiled its distinguished lineup of mentors for the 2026 program. An initiative by Façon Magazine, proudly supported by Greater Bank, The Indigenous...

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg May 11, 2026
South Summit release HEARTLESS ahead of new album

Boorloo / Perth based indie outfit South Summit have released their new single and video HEARTLESS ahead of their forthcoming sophomore album RUN IT BACK.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler May 7, 2026
T Breezy returns with new EP 'Traction'

Gamilaraay rapper T Breezy has returned with his new four-track EP Traction, marking his first solo project since 2019's 2360. Just released, the project brings together production from AIR MAX 97', T...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler May 6, 2026
'Eat Slay Zombie' rises again at La Boite Theatre

La Boite Theatre will premiere 'Eat Slay Zombie' at the Roundhouse Theatre from 14 to 30 May, bringing a new horror-comedy work to the stage.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler May 5, 2026
Ngarrindjeri rapper trials releases long-awaited debut solo album ‘hendle’

Ngarrindjeri rapper and legendary producer trials has released his long-awaited debut solo album 'hendle', marking a major moment for one of Australian hip hop's most influential figures.

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler May 1, 2026
Boox Kid’s new single explores mental health and healing

Wadandi Bibbulmun Noongar artist Boox Kid just dropped his new single Ngany Kaartdijin (On My Mind), a fast-moving indie pop track that carries a personal story of grief, anxiety and emotional overwhe...

Joseph Guenzler Joseph Guenzler Apr 29, 2026
New cultural festival celebrating community, culture and Country to launch this May

Carnarvon is set to take centre stage this May with the launch of the Gnulli Festival, a new cultural event celebrating community, culture and Country from Friday May 22 to Sunday May 24.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Apr 29, 2026
BARKAA to headline BLAK NITE 2026

One of Australia's most influential First Nations artists, BARKAA, will headline BLAK NITE 2026 at Carclew on Friday night, anchoring a one-night festival that brings together music, culture and commu...

Giovanni Torre Giovanni Torre Apr 27, 2026
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