2024 Program
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The Barunga festival program celebrates the cultural diversity of the region and features a range of activities, including music, dance, sport, traditional art and cultural workshops.

Cultural Workshops
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  • Barunga Festival will be back again better than ever in 2024! Tickets are on sale now 🎟️!
www.barungafestival.com.au ❤️💛🖤
  • On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
  • Get one of our Barunga Wave patches woven with an adhesive backing. Perfect souvenir gifts. 
https://barungafestival.com.au/shop/barunga-wave-patch/
  • BAGALA STILL WAITING FOR A VOICE
The Bagala Clan was proud to again stage the Barunga Festival on their traditional land. 
It was three glorious days of proudly showing off their culture to the world.

Read the article from the below link: 
https://territoryq.com.au/bagala-still-waiting-for-a-voice/
  • The Barunga 35 Year Tote Bag celebrates the 35 year anniversary of the Barunga Statement.
Purchase online today!
https://barungafestival.com.au/shop/barunga-35-year-tote-bag/
  • BRINGING US TOGETHER 

The Barunga Festival is a unique event that brings together remote Northern Territory communities to celebrate Indigenous music, culture and sport.

This iconic event, held on the traditional lands of the Bagala clan of the Jawoyn people in Barunga, is a testament to the rich cultures, heritage, and contributions of the Aboriginal communities in the Katherine and Arnhem Land region.

The 2023 Barunga Festival marks the 35th anniversary of the Barunga Statement, a powerful message developed by prominent and respected Aboriginal leaders, who called for the recognition of the rights of Indigenous People.

Words by National Indigenous Australians Agency
https://territoryq.com.au/bringing-us-together/
Barunga Festival will be back again better than ever in 2024! Tickets are on sale now 🎟️!
www.barungafestival.com.au ❤️💛🖤
Barunga Festival will be back again better than ever in 2024! Tickets are on sale now 🎟️! www.barungafestival.com.au ❤️💛🖤
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On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group.

The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better.

#BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
On Wednesday 13th September Bagala Aboriginal Corporation was awarded the 2023 Territory Winner of Best Community Event at the Australian Event Awards for the Barunga Festival. Accepting the Award on their behalf was Anya Lorimer Event Co-ordinator from Campaign Edge Sprout and James Poppleton GM Projects and Operations Aboriginal Investment Group. The buzz in the room being surrounded by Australia's biggest event co-ordinators was electric. The recognition is well deserved and we thank the support from sponsors and the hard work of the board, NLC, festival partners, suppliers and attendees. Barunga Festival is starting to plan for 2024 so the hard work starts again to make it bigger and even better. #BarungaFest #BarungaFestival #TourismNT #TourismTopEnd #CampaignEdgeSprout #Aboriginalculture
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Get one of our Barunga Wave patches woven with an adhesive backing. Perfect souvenir gifts. 
https://barungafestival.com.au/shop/barunga-wave-patch/
Get one of our Barunga Wave patches woven with an adhesive backing. Perfect souvenir gifts. https://barungafestival.com.au/shop/barunga-wave-patch/
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BAGALA STILL WAITING FOR A VOICE
The Bagala Clan was proud to again stage the Barunga Festival on their traditional land. 
It was three glorious days of proudly showing off their culture to the world.

Read the article from the below link: 
https://territoryq.com.au/bagala-still-waiting-for-a-voice/
BAGALA STILL WAITING FOR A VOICE The Bagala Clan was proud to again stage the Barunga Festival on their traditional land. It was three glorious days of proudly showing off their culture to the world. Read the article from the below link: https://territoryq.com.au/bagala-still-waiting-for-a-voice/
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The Barunga 35 Year Tote Bag celebrates the 35 year anniversary of the Barunga Statement.
Purchase online today!
https://barungafestival.com.au/shop/barunga-35-year-tote-bag/
The Barunga 35 Year Tote Bag celebrates the 35 year anniversary of the Barunga Statement. Purchase online today! https://barungafestival.com.au/shop/barunga-35-year-tote-bag/
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BRINGING US TOGETHER 

The Barunga Festival is a unique event that brings together remote Northern Territory communities to celebrate Indigenous music, culture and sport.

This iconic event, held on the traditional lands of the Bagala clan of the Jawoyn people in Barunga, is a testament to the rich cultures, heritage, and contributions of the Aboriginal communities in the Katherine and Arnhem Land region.

The 2023 Barunga Festival marks the 35th anniversary of the Barunga Statement, a powerful message developed by prominent and respected Aboriginal leaders, who called for the recognition of the rights of Indigenous People.

Words by National Indigenous Australians Agency
https://territoryq.com.au/bringing-us-together/
BRINGING US TOGETHER The Barunga Festival is a unique event that brings together remote Northern Territory communities to celebrate Indigenous music, culture and sport. This iconic event, held on the traditional lands of the Bagala clan of the Jawoyn people in Barunga, is a testament to the rich cultures, heritage, and contributions of the Aboriginal communities in the Katherine and Arnhem Land region. The 2023 Barunga Festival marks the 35th anniversary of the Barunga Statement, a powerful message developed by prominent and respected Aboriginal leaders, who called for the recognition of the rights of Indigenous People. Words by National Indigenous Australians Agency https://territoryq.com.au/bringing-us-together/
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