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Home>Koorie Night Market - More than a market
| MEDIA RELEASE, 4 November 2009
The Koorie Night Market returns again this Christmas to Northcote Town Hall on 25 November and 5 December 2009.
“The Market brings together leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artisans and musicians in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where you can take your family, meet friends, enjoy great food and entertainment and purchase wonderful gifts,” said Cr Laurence, Darebin Acting Mayor.
“The Market gives the community a rare opportunity to purchase uniquely made, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander gifts, directly from the person who made them while soaking up the festive atmosphere and enjoying performances by great indigenous performers.”
“Market-goers will be treated to a performance by revered musician, Richard Franklin and the Charcoal Club on Wednesday 25 November. Also performing on the night is young Gunditjmara musician, Jayden Lillyist - a rising star to watch out for.”
“On Saturday 5 December, Liz Cavanagh, Kutcha Edwards and Jarrah take to the stage.”
Stalls include locally-made crafts, boomerangs, traditional artefacts, t-shirts, bags, CDs, homewares, hand-woven baskets, coffee, photography, paintings, and a huge variety of arts, crafts and clothing.
The Koorie Night market is presented by Koorie Night Market Incorporated, a majority Indigenous controlled organisation. Project partners include Darebin Council, the Darebin Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Council (DATSIC), community organisations, stallholders, WISE Community Investment and the Darebin Enterprise Centre Ltd.
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