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Multi-award winner Kutcha uses his mesmeric music to create connections across cultures, generations, and spaces. His charismatic stage presentations deepen our understanding of Australia’s first people.

As a respected elder and survivor from the Stolen Generations, a Kutcha Edwards live experience takes you on a journey with stories from his life, that segue so eloquently into each song choice lifting your spirit. At the heart of it Kutcha’s music is pure soul.

'Please know that Kutcha's presence here has cast a glow over the whole festival, with everyone from our smallest choir kid, to their parents, to the audiences at his gigs remarking on his generosity, warmth, humour and astonishing musicality' Judy Turner - Director Cresfest 

'Kutcha was INCREDIBLE and had the audience completely captivated.' Kristen Retallick - Shepparton Festival Director

'A lot of people have told me it was a highlight or even THE highlight of the festival. So glad to meet him.' Brian Ritchie - Curator – Mona Foma Tasmania 

'Arguably the set of the festival. The towering performer is a heartfelt, gregarious presence who uses humour as a sleight of hand to allow the seriousness of his life story to be absorbed. He described being taken from his parents by police and transported to Melbourne, where he lived in a children’s home for 11 years: “I’m still trying to understand why.” His commanding performance was proof that while festivals may have to market themselves with international headliners, it’s when they platform artists like Edwards that they feel most vital.' NME Review by Nick Buckley 

NOTE: To get your Mobtix for this event please contact Inner Gippsland South Coast Dhelk Chairperson: Paul Patten - ymiaqt@hotmail.com 

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Bass Coast Reconciliation Network in partnership with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community are proud to present the first Ngangga NAIDOC Celebration on Millowl (Phillip Island) in honour of NAIDOC Week 2025.

 Ngangga (meaning to hear, to understand, to listen in Boonwurrung language) welcomes First Nations Peoples together with our allies and supporters, residents and tourists to share our history; celebrate our culture, ancestors and Elders; elevate the voices and visibility of First Nations Peoples and create an exciting future for next generations through empowering and supporting our young people to work towards self-determination and economic prosperity.

The one day festival will run from 12pm - 5.30pm at Bernenneit in Cowes starting with a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony. Everyone is invited to come along and be part of the activities and family fun, we encourage you to participate in the festival prior to Kutcher Edwards performance at 7.30pm! 

Tying into the 2025 NAIDOC theme of Next Generation, Strength, Vision and Legacy, this event aims to empower young people and families to experience and learn more of our shared history through fun activities, Cultural games, live performances, deadly information and support, arts, crafts and more.

This free event will see First Nations-owned stallholders, volunteers, Community organisations, musicians and artists come together to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures.
 

 
What to expect:
 
This one-day, free festival runs from 12pm - 5.30pm.
 
Berninneit – Cowes 91-97 Thompson Avenue, Cowes VIC 3922
 
•            Smoking and Welcome to Country
 
•            Market stalls
 
•            Live performances
 
•            Art exhibition
 
•            Games
 
•            Workshops and expert information.
 
•            The free festival will be followed by a ticketed evening performance from Uncle Kutcha Edwards.