GATHAA First Nations Reconciliation Market

Celebrate Reconciliation Week 2025 on Gubbi Gubbi Country with a special edition of GATHAA First Nations Markets. Set against the backdrop of the Hope Dreaming Visitor Centre, this event brings together First Nations artisans, creators, cultural knowledge holders, and community for a unique cultural experience. Visitors can explore market stalls offering bushfoods, arts, crafts, jewellery, and homewares, participate in interactive workshops, and enjoy live entertainment and traditional performances. Event highlights include: - Welcome to Country by Kerry Neil and cultural performance by Triballink. - Native dukkah demonstration with Aunty Dale Chapman of My Dilly Bag - Hat Burning & cultural design workshop with Uncle Charlie Waters - Create your own Deadly Dotty Pot activity with artist Mandy Draper - Food trucks serving native-inspired dishes - Live Music from Acoustic Jabiru, Uncle Jon Vea Vea Jarjums Creative Space – a cultural nature play zone for children GATHAA – meaning to gather – is more than a market; it's a space where stories are shared, culture is honoured, and community thrives. This free community event invites everyone to connect with First Nations culture, share stories, and walk together toward a more inclusive future. Proudly sponsored by Sunshine Coast Council