Performing: Archie Roach on stage at the festival.
The first Treaty Day Out was held on Yorta Yorta country on Saturday, February 26.
People came from all over to enjoy the hit line-up of First Nations artists, at Rumbalara Football Netball Club.
The day was held to coincide with the start of voting for the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria by-election in which First Nations people will choose who will represent the north-east region in the Treaty process.
Those attending the outdoor event also enjoyed food trucks and market stalls and could visit the vaccination station.
With weather of all seasons, patrons stuck it out even when performances had to be halted to wait for lightning to subside.
The News captured all the energies of the day.
Day out: Sarah Trimble and Charlotte, Louise, Ace and Xavier Hall.
Arists: Willa, 3, and Eva Hamilton, 6, getting creative.
Photo by
Caitlyn Grant
Face paint: Amber Fairman of Enchanted Rainbow Entertainment turning Charlie Larsen-Hill into a cheetah.
Big smiles: Yasmin Zisim and Alia Suso, 4.
Taking it in: Michelle Winters and Cordell Andrews.
Markets aplenty: Patrons taking in all the festival had to offer.
Feel the music: Yothu Yindi thrilled crowds.
Up front: Calinda Egan and Sharon Johnson.
Big day: Thousands travelled from all over to enjoy the festival.
Enjoying the vibes: Kirsten Smith and Andy Yeates.
Having fun: Ryan Tews, Sequki Rye and Andy Caller.
Family day: Kath Apma Penangke Travis and granddaughter Lakorra Edwards.
Playing around: Kingston and Kirawarra Stewart and Kaleesha Firebrace.
Festival fun: A First Nations Yothu Yindi member performing.
Treaty Day Out: The inaugural festival was packed.
Good times: Alicia Atkinson and Amanda Briggs-Ormiston.
Boosted: A vaccination tent was available for patrons.
