The 10th Anniversary of Belgrave Survival Day was celebrated by a wonderful crowd of people on 26 January 2017. The many volunteers did a marvellous job both preparing for the festival and making sure the event ran smoothly.
I am following up my previous post 'Belgrave Survival Day 2017' with a selection of photos I took on the day.
Wurundjeri Elder Uncle Bill Nicholson gave a powerful speech.
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The crowd at Borthwick Park.
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Getting the fire ready for a smoking ceremony.
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Entering the healing smoke.
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Borthwick Park playground.
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Gnarnayarrahe Waitairi (Uncle Joey), a regular performer at Belgrave Survival Day.
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Aurelio Denasha and Uncle Bill.
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There were information stalls and displays about Indigenous culture.
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MC Tim Kanoa.
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The performances by the Mullum Mullum Choir and Hip Hop crew were much appreciated.
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Mandy Nicholson again led her Djirri Djirri Dance Group.
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