“Rock for Reconciliation is about uniting hearts, celebrating culture, and creating a better future — together." – Aunty Violet Sheridan, Senior Ngunnawal Elder and Event Founder.

Rock for Reconciliation created by Senior Ngunnawal Elder Aunty Violet Sheridan, is a special, First Nations–led event, bringing our community together for a day of music, cultural showcases, art, and great food. More than that, it will be a chance to share stories, connect, and continue the journey toward healing, unity, and reconciliation.

Event Details

            Date: Saturday, 29 November 2025
            Time: 11:00am – 7:00pm
            Location: Stage 88, Commonwealth Park, Canberra

Visit the website for more information: https://visabel.eventsair.com/rock-for-reconciliation/

Event Overview

Following the hurt and division caused by the referendum’s defeat, this event offers a space for healing, dialogue, and celebration. Through powerful performances and shared experiences, it honours the roadmap laid out in the Uluru Statement from the Heart.

Leading the lineup is Electric Fields, the genre-defying electronic-soul duo known for their powerful fusion of Aboriginal language and cutting-edge sound. Joining them is Emily Wurramara, the ARIA Award–winning singer-songwriter whose music blends folk, blues, and roots with the language and stories of her Warnindhilyagwa heritage, Jem Cassar-Daley the esteemed QMA Indigenous Artist of the Year recipient, Kobie Dee Gomeroi artist from Maroubra in South Sydney, Bidjigal Land. With an innate gift for storytelling and connecting with young people, Kobie Dee is one of the exciting new voices in Australian hip hop and local and emerging talents including Canberra’s own Wallabindi and more.

The event will feature a full day of music, amusement rides, market stalls, food, kids’ activities and interactive cultural experiences, bring along your picnic blankets and enjoy an entertaining day out in Commonwealth Park!

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