Sunday November 24 will see Wyndham Park on Wadawurrung Country transform into a celebration of First Nations culture, music and arts, all in the name of Treaty.
The First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria is teaming up with Wyndham City to bring a brand new all-ages day of First Nations music and celebration to the banks of the Werribee River with Treaty in the Park.
Backdropped by beautiful Wadawurrung Country, this daytime event invites First Nations people, friends and allies to come together over music, art, culture and conversation about Victoria’s journey towards Treaty.
Treaty in the Park isn’t any ordinary music event. A celebration of the tens of thousands of years of First Nations’ culture and art, this is a day that also looks out toward a future of self-determination and justice.
Treaty in the Park
- Sunday November 24
- Wyndham Park, Wadawurrung Country
- All ages, alcohol-free
- Free entry for First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria members
- Tickets here
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In the name of Treaty
Run by The First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria – the democratic body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the state – Treaty in the Park wants to rally in the name of celebration and change.
A Treaty, The First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria states, is “about ensuring Aboriginal communities have the power to come up with and deliver practical solutions at a local level.”
Since Australia is one of the only Commonwealth countries that has not signed a federal Treaty or agreement with Indigenous peoples, grassroots and community organisations have stepped up to demand the change they want to see.
The First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria encourages Victorian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to enrol in the assembly. Those enrolled will not only get to have their say, but also be able to access free entry to Treaty in the Park on November 24. Friends and allies can also join in on the fun by purchasing tickets online.
More than just music
While the lineup for Treaty in the Park is chock-full with an array of incredible musicians, there’ll also be plenty of other activities for festival goers to enjoy. Peruse the craft stalls, browse the food tucks and get playful with the kids’ activities. An all-ages afternoon of culture, this is the perfect day out for both little ones and big ones alike.
There’ll be plenty of space to roll out a picnic rug with mates or family and enjoy the music. Treaty in the Park will be an alcohol-free event, and alcohol will not be sold or distributed on site. Make sure to pop in early – gates open at 1pm – to check out the market stalls and goodies on offer.
The music will start from 2pm and carry into the evening, settling down at 7pm just as the sun does. Sit back and let some of the best talent in the country whisk you away and down the Werribee River.
To get a taste of what music will be in store for the day, read on to discover the deadliest of lineups.
Dan Sultan
Alternative rock icon and multiple ARIA Award winner Dan Sultan is no stranger to a festival stage. This music industry legend has played almost every main stage, backroad and regional town in this country, and this November he’s not slowing down.
Mo’Ju
Filipino-Wiradjuri artist Mo’Ju will be joining in on the days’ events with a set that will be nothing short of epic. An outspoken artist who centres ideas of identity, family lineage and pride at the crux of their music, there’s few artists more suited to such an event as this one.
Kutcha Edwards
Talk about Australian legends. Proud Mutti Mutti man Kutcha Edwards is paying Wyndham Park a very special visit this November. Kutcha is a beloved singer-songwriter, known for his time playing in the iconic Blackfire band. He’s also played in the acclaimed Black Arm Band, having played alongside fellow lineup friend Dan Sultan. A stalwart performer who himself is a survivor of the Stolen Generations, Kutcha Edwards is reason enough to make it down to Wyndham Park for Treaty in the Park.
Brolga
Aussie music industry veterans Brolga know how to perform in the name of a Treaty. Earlier this year, the band stunned audiences with a sensational set at Treaty Day Out in Ballarat. At Treaty in the Park, you just know they’ll bring an immaculate vibe and infectious energy to Wyndham Park.
Madi Colville-Walker
Proud Yorta Yorta woman Madi Colville-Walker is the kind of rising star that is destined for great heights. Hailing from Echuca-Moama, Madi is bringing her soulful finesse to Wadawurrung country this November. Injecting a dash of pop into her country sound, this is one artist you won’t want to miss.
Isaac Compton
Add Isaac Compton to the mix and you’ve got one deadly lineup for Treaty in the Park. Musician, television personality, activist and self-proclaimed comedian, proud Munanjali, Minjungbul and Wiradjuri man Isaac is the cherry on top, hosting and emceeing proceedings for what is shaping out to be a cracking day of community connection and celebration.
Festivalgoers for Treaty
A festival that is centred around efforts toward a better future, encased in a celebration of tens of thousands of years of history, Treaty in the Park welcomes anyone interested in striving through music and art toward a better future for all Australians.
You can get a ticket to Treaty in the Park on Sunday November 24 here.
This article was made in partnership with Treaty in the Park.
