MAAR KOODJAL @ Raine Square

To celebrate National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC Week, Raine Square proudly presents the return of Maar Koodjal. This seven-week program, running from 27 May to 13 July, features immersive First Nations art and interactive cultural experiences, including live music, dance, visual performances, storytelling, art exhibitions, fashion showcases, and radio broadcasts. Join us to connect with the history, culture, and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through a diverse lineup of events led by celebrated First Nations creatives.

Framed by National Reconciliation Week (27 May - 3 June) and NAIDOC Week (6 - 13 July), this year's theme, “50 years of Deadly” encourages reflection and celebration.

The program

Active Dance Workshop & Performance
Wednesday 18 June, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Wednesday 8 July, 11:30am – 12:30pm
Bankwest Place Plaza
An inclusive First Nations dance workshop and live performance led by Corroboree for Life founder Ash Garlett, inviting everyone to move, learn and connect through culture.

Didgeridoo Performance
Tuesday 27 May, 8:00am – 9:00am
Bankwest Place Lobby
A powerful morning performance featuring the resonant sounds of the didgeridoo, honouring culture, Country and connection.

Moorditj Mag Live Broadcast (RTR FM)
Date TBC, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Raine Square, Ground Floor
A special live broadcast of RTR FM’s Moorditj Mag, sharing Indigenous stories, music and conversations hosted by Noongar Elders.

Bankwest Sounds: Indigo Ellis Duo
Wednesday 8 July, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Raine Square, Ground Floor
An intimate lunchtime performance by the Indigo Ellis Duo, delivering soulful, acoustic‑led sound in a listening‑focused setting.

Bankwest Sounds: Billie Court Solo
Thursday 9 July, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Raine Square, Ground Floor
A powerful solo set by Billie Court, highlighting raw storytelling and expressive vocals from one of Australia’s contemporary Indigenous voices.

Maar Koodjal Collective Pop‑Up
27 May – 13 July
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday, 10:00am – 3:00pm
Raine Lane Pop‑Up
A curated First Nations retail experience featuring Buy By Brenda, FLORii the Label, Kaarli, Kamia Australia and LaJala the Label.

Mabel Gibson Sound Experience
27 May – 13 July
All day
Raine Square, Ground Floor
An immersive 30‑minute listening experience of Cry Baby by Yamaji writer Mabel Gibson, inviting reflection, emotion and connection to Country.

Maar Koodjal Plaza Paintings
27 May – 13 July
All day
Bankwest Place Plaza & Raine Lane
Large‑scale ground artworks by Starsan Roe, Marcia McGuire and Courtney Garlett transforming shared spaces into vibrant stories of culture and community.

Unity Installation
27 May – 13 July
All day
Wentworth Building Lobby
An installation by Julianne Wade using preloved office furniture to symbolise unity between culture, community and contemporary work life.

An Evolution of Storytelling…
Ongoing during Maar Koodjal
All day
Raine Square, Lower Ground
A reflective storytelling trail exploring Noongar seasons through public art, cultural guidance and shared knowledge.

Nyoongar Outreach Collection Drive
27 May – 13 July
Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm
Bankwest Place Lobby
A community collection drive supporting Nyoongar youth, gathering essential items and achievement gifts to support wellbeing and progress.

Short Story Machine: First Nations Spotlight Series
May – July
All day
Short Story Machine, Raine Square Ground Floor
An interactive storytelling experience sharing original First Nations stories at the push of a button.

find out more @https://www.rainesquare.com.au/