Nharangga Cultural Day 2025

The Nharangga Cultural Day is a chance to visit the Minlagawi Gum Flat Reserve and learn about Nharangga science, knowledge, skills, culture and caring for Country.

Proudly presented by Nharangga Aboriginal Progress Association and Yorke Peninsula Council, and recommended by the Narungga Nation Aboriginal Corporation. Sponsors include the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board, Country Arts SA and Rex Minerals.

Investment occurs in this event to provide an opportunity for community to engage with Nharangga culture.

Plenty on offer, including:

• Nharangga dance performance
• Picnic shelter wall mural painting - join the artist and contribute to the mural yourself!
• Footy clinic with ex-Crows and Port, premiership players, Troy and Shane Bond
• Guided walks to learn about Nharangga banggara (Narungga Country), bush tucker, scar trees, and cultural burning 
• Nharangga song and live music
  
• Look at tools, artefacts and nets, traditional Nharangga techniques that are inspiring works today and continuing culture
• Visit the Nharangga Artists Market to purchase unique art
• Try a free food tasting with offerings from Newchurch Family Farm and SAASTA students, and tasty treats from Nharangga Aboriginal Cultural Tours
• Join in with hosted activities including craft, face painting, and dance
• Learn about caring for Country

**A KEY HIGHLIGHT will be the Panel Session, hosted in a new, larger paviliion**

Event time: 10.30am - 2.00pm. Feel free to browse the stalls and chat to hosts.

Set sessions:

• 10.45am Welcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony and Nharangga Song
• 11.40am Nharangga Dance performance on the main stage 
• 11.45am-12.15pm Panel Session on the main stage
• 12.15-12.45pm Dance session with Nikki Ashby*
• 12.30-1.00pm Guided Walk One* with Uncle Peter Turner
• 12.45-1.30pm Footy clinic with Troy and Shane Bond
• 12.45-2.00pm live music
• 1.30-2.00PM Guided Walk Two* with Uncle Peter Turner

• * Guided Walks and Dance sessions to be booked at Registration Desk. Registered attendees will receive a wristband with session and time identified.

Learn more about the day by watching the short 2 minute film of the 2023 event at:

FAQs

Is the event family-friendly?

The Nharangga Minlagawi Cultural Day is a great family event. Children must be accompanied by a supervising adult. Please order tickets for all adults and children attending.

How do I ensure I am on the guided walk at the time slot I would like?

This year, to better manage numbers and timeslots, the guided walks require pre-booking. When you arrive at Minlagawi Gum Flat on the day, go to the registration desk. Here you can book into your desired guided walk(s). You will receive a wrist band that indicates your timeslot. You must have your wristband to join the guided walk.

What do I bring to the event?

• Wear long pants and sturdy shoes.
• Be Sun Smart.
• Bring a water bottle and drink water (bottled water will be available).
• Bring snacks if you'll need them, noting there will be tastings on offer.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Minlagawi Gum Flat is a great place to walk or cycle to! Enter the Reserve by walking or cycling the trail either along the Minlaton-Stansbury Road or Old Port Vincent Road.

Distance Post Office to Main Area via Old Port Vincent Road: 1.1 km

Distance Post Office to Main Area via Stansbury Road: 1.5 km

There is limited parking at the Main Area, corner of Old Port Vincent Road and Gum Flat Road, on the dirt roads at your own risk and as per road rules.

We encourage parking in the area surrounding the Minlaton Playground/Harry Butler Red Devil Memorial on North Terrace, Minlaton. It is then a short walk past the Bowling Club to connect to the scenic walking trail adjacent Old Port Vincent Road.

Distance Playground to Main Area: 700 m

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please email admin@yorke.sa.gov.au or telephone 8832 0000.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, the organisers will have your details on the rsvp list they will have on the day.