NATIONAL TALK BLACK – 02/10/2024
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Rachael Sara, Owner and Founder of Sar.ra and Queensland winner of the Telstra Best of Business Awards – Indigenous Excellence Category, talking about her 2024 Telstra Best of Business Awards win. These awards acknowledge businesses that contribute to our nation’s economic, social and cultural growth. Rachael Sarra, a Goreng Goreng artist, redefines First Nations art through her business Sar.ra, blending vibrant designs with strategic brand collaborations and public art projects. Her work spans from large-scale installations to award-winning children’s book illustrations, all driven by her passion for community and cultural storytelling. Congratulations, Rachael!
Thomas Callaghan, CEO of Indigenous Conference Services (ICS), yarning about the First Nations Juvenlie Justice & National Domestic Violence Conference happening here in Gimuy from 02 – 06 Oct at the Pullman Hotel. ICS is an Indigenous-owned enterprise committed to closing the gap in Indigenous health and well-being, operates independently and without government funding.
Lydia Miller, Shines Cultural Producer, yarning about this year’s @shineongimuy. Shine on Gimuy is an immersive First Nations and Bama led multi arts light festival, led by artistic director – creative arts and festivals pioneer – Rhoda Roberts AO. Held along the glistening foreshore of tropical Gimuy/Cairns, Queensland, this 2024 festival will bring the nights to life from 3-13 October, on the Esplanade and at the Salt House Festival Hub. Hosted by the Gimuy Wulubara Yidinji nation – on their unceded homelands – Shine On Gimuy festival is a celebration of all forms of first nations storytelling, showcasing innovative arts, musical and cultural practices. 2024’s thematic is ENTWINED. To find out more, check out the link below!
https://shineonproductions.au/gimuy
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