Stanford, Bartholomew (2023) Garma is a festival of political discussion and celebration of culture. Will the Voice be a central theme? The Conversation, 4 August 2022.

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[Extract] Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article mentions people who have passed away. Names have been withheld out of respect for Sorry Business.

The Garma Festival in Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory begins today. The annual event brings Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together in celebration of Yolgnu culture, tradition and knowledges.

Garma draws leaders from business, industry, research, education and politics. Over the four-day event there a range of scheduled activities for guests. These include cultural workshops, art exhibits, dance performances, Indigenous cinema, and forums.

Over the years, Garma has grown to include greater focus on important political and social issues relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders communities. Matters such as land rights, truth-telling, and constitutional recognition

Item ID:	89863
Item Type:	Article (Commentary)
ISSN:	2201-5639
Keywords:	Politics, Society
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Date Deposited:	21 May 2026 00:29
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