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– The Australian Music Vault at Arts Centre Melbourne has unveiled a new display honouring Warumpi Band founder Sammy Butcher, this year's recipient of the prestigious National Indigenous Music Awards (NIMA) Hall of Fame Award.

Featuring historical photos and album covers, the display showcases Butcher's extraordinary career and his enduring influence on the Australian music industry throughout his illustrious 40-year career. The new display serves as a testament to his remarkable talent and significant contribution to the Australian musical landscape as a founding member of the Warumpi Band, and through his commitment to inspiring younger generations to tell their stories through music.

This year marked the 20-year anniversary of the National Indigenous Music Awards (NIMAs), a significant milestone in acknowledging and celebrating Indigenous music. As the 2024 Hall of Fame inductee, Butcher joins an incredible line-up of artists including Archie Roach, Jimmy Little, Kutcha Edwards, Vic Simms and Roger Knox.

ABOUT SAMMY BUTCHER

Born Sammy Tjapanangka Butcher in Papunya, Northern Territory, Butcher is a proud Pitjantjatjara/Luritja/Warlpiri man. He co-founded the iconic Warumpi Band in the late 1970s alongside George Rrurrambu, Neil Murray and his brothers Gordon and Brian Butcher. Initially starting as a cover band, they soon transitioned to writing their own songs, including the groundbreaking ‘Jailanguru Pakarnu (Out From Jail)’ in 1983, which became the first rock song in an Aboriginal language.

The Warumpi Band released three albums, including the critically acclaimed Big Name, No Blankets (1985), Go Bush! (1987), and Too Much Humbug (1996). Their hit songs, such as ‘Blackfella/Whitefella and My Island Home’, resonated with audiences across the nation and beyond. The band’s influence extended far beyond their music, inspiring a new generation of First Nations performers, including Yothu Yindi and Dan Sultan.

From 2000 Sammy’s family responsibilities led him to settle back into life in Papunya where his focus shifted to the intergenerational transmission of music across the desert region. He began teaching the local children how to play guitar and helped establish several bands for young people, including The Little Orphan Band. Sammy went on to shape the musical journeys of many successful musicians and has dedicated his life to inspiring younger generations to tell their own stories through music.

Sammy Butcher’s remarkable journey and his role in shaping the Australian music scene are explored in the documentary Out of the Shadows (2004). Additionally, his solo album Desert Surf Guitar (2003) pays homage to the breathtaking landscapes surrounding Papunya.

Recently, the Warumpi Band’s legacy has been celebrated in the powerful theatre production Big Name, No Blankets by Ilbijerri Theatre Company. Written in collaboration with Sammy and co-directed by his daughter Anyupa Butcher, Big Name, No Blankets tells the story of the Warumpi Band, and how music can influence change and bring hope.

Arts Centre Melbourne

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Radio | 3KND Kool 'N' Deadly | Bundoora 3KND Kool 'N' Deadly is Melbourne’s first Indigenous owned and managed radio station, providing a vital service not only to the Indigenous community but also to the wider community as a whole. 3KND provides information and entertainment for our community and anyone else who wants to join in.

3KND did a live Broadcast of the Darebin Community Awards at Narrandjeri Stadium.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Leader of the Year - Joint Winners
Commissioner Travis Lovett and Aunty Rieo Ellis

Citizen of the Year - Kate Jost
Special commendation - Citizen of the Year - David Malone

Young Citizen of the Year - Isabella Pingitore
Special Commendation- Thomas Taylor and Minnie o’Sullivan

Community Group of the Year - Darebin Information Volunteers Resource Centre Service (DIVRS)
Special Commendation- Gurwidj Neighbourhood House Women’s Group

CALD Leader of the Year - Ngoc Hanh Le

Lifetime Achievement Award - Lisa Coppola

Sustainability Award - posthumously award to Ryan Robertson

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees

FUSE Festival - Spring

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Allara Briggs - Pattison is performing now . She is also the curator of today’s Ganbu Gulin festival . She’s an amazing musician performer ! Tune in now to
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Alice Skye is live on stage now . Come on down or tune into 3KND -1503 am
Coming to you live from Bundoora Park
Gunbu Gulin - Darebin Fuse Festival .!!

The Djirri Djirri Dancers are braving the cold conditions to entertain the audience before the music performances begin .. they’re deadly !!
Gunbu Gulin festival - Bundoora Park

3KND are live on Air now join Grant Hansen and Aden Hutchins for the Gunbu Gulin Concert , part of the Darebin Fuse Festival . Lots of good acts coming up so if you can’t get here tune in now . 3KND keeping you connected .. Kool & Deadly - 1503 Am , IHeart App and streaming now !!
Empath Soul pictured here , she will be performing later on today .

3 KND - Keeping the Community Connected . Grant Hansen & Aden Hitchens .. Statewide Netball Stadium in Naarm .. kicks of Soon .. Victoria take on Sth Australia very soon !!

The Statewide Netball Carnival Enjoyed a Traditional Welcome to Country from Aunty Joy Murphy -Wandin followed by a smoking ceremony . There was plenty of excitement in the air and the woman are getting ready to hit the court soon . There’s games tonight Friday , Saturday and Sunday ..!!!

Sometimes, those we care about may not openly share when they're struggling. Let’s trust our instincts and reach out to those who might be facing challenges. A simple, heartfelt "Are you OK?" can make a world of difference.

By asking and truly listening, we can help our loved ones feel supported and connected, which can prevent those feelings of isolation from growing. Ask your mob, in your own way, R U OK?

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples have a deep bond with our Country, our culture, and our community. Regardless of where we are or who we call family, we all have our moments of struggle. Let's commit to looking out for each other because we're Stronger Together.

**Please be advised that this video contains content that may be distressing to viewers; viewer discretion is strongly advised.

The Victorian Aboriginal Health Service -VAHS officially opened its newest clinic in South Morang, with the help of Assistant Minister for Indigenous Health the Hon Ged Kearney. The clinic has been operational since April 2024, it’s their fourth, allowing VAHS to provide holistic healthcare by Mob for Mob across more of Naarm’s northern suburbs.

VAHS South Morang Clinic Coordinator Michael Graham said the official opening marked a significant milestone not only for the northern community, but for VAHS as an organisation.

“We are absolutely thrilled to open our fourth clinic, servicing Mob in the north” Mr Graham said

“In essence, self determined community controlled healthcare that we offer at VAHS is what our people have been doing for millennia, keeping Aboriginal people healthy and well by connecting to Culture, Community and Country “

This morning at the Atrium at Fed Square Katrina Sedgwick OAM, Director & CEO, Melbourne Arts Precinct Corp and The Minister for Creative Industries the Hon. Colin Brooks launched the stellar program for the Big Games Out (BGNO) 2024 event being held on Thursday 10th October. it included a special announcement of the global premiere of a highly anticipated, history-making game by Aboriginal-led studio . Phoebe Watson, Gamereunner and lead Game Designer and Wlijah McDonald, Programmer from GUCK. There was a performance by Bass in Vader and Cisplayers participating in this year’s BGNO Cosplay Runway Creative Victoria Fed Square

Mob Dinner

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One Of Our Greats Uncle Kutcha Edwards ❤️

Hey happy Saturday you mob let's make the time and attend this much needed event held on September 10th...!!

yooo KING out today 👑
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Special guests in the studio Kaneesha, Kilanda & Nathalie from Aborigines Advancement League Inc. Vic on Midday Rush...!!! Giving some advice on which services that are out there and how they can help you and your family.

Make sure you tune into 3KND from 12pm-2pm Monday-Friday for the Mid-Day Rush with our very own, Gunditjmara Comedian Aden Hitchins..!!! Playing Range Of Hits From All The Decades.

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RMIT City campus including Ngarara Willim Centre held there Annual open day in Melbourne.

There was Hundreds of people in attendance , with plenty of Culture on display including , Dance , Traditional Foods & Drinks .

It was a good opportunity for Indigenous community members to meet current students , learn about how you can be supported through your study journey , if you wish to enroll .

There are plenty of study options across a range areas , including , Art , Architecture , Business Law , Fashion ,
Design , Health and science , Psychology , Social Care and Community , Media , Engineering , Enviroment and many more .

If you’re interested you can contact the Ngarara Willim Centre on 03-9925-6016.

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