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On the last weekend of June 2025, First Nations agency Awesome Black partnered with 7th Day Brewery in Brookvale (a member of the Brookvale Arts District) to put on the Black Winter Block Party. The free, multi-day event incorporated a mix of art, performances and workshops alongside plenty to eat and drink.
7th Day Brewery | Image: Ripple Narratives
The Block Party centred around First Nations cultural experiences, including nightly headline sets from First Nations musicians and creative workshops. Alongside the cultural activities, First Nations business Bush to Bowl collaborated with 7th Day to provide guests with native-infused beers and margarita salts to enjoy alongside workshops on native food knowledge and prep.
Finally, the party featured a new visual art series made up of large-scale posters with interactive augmented reality elements. These posters were produced by First Nations artists Jade Goodwin, Jeswri, Dylan Finney and K-Rae (Kimberly Enwright).
To learn more about the event and hear from the venue operator, 7th Day Brewery, visit the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner’s website.
Discover more activity in Brookvale Arts District (BAD) by visiting their page on Neon Marketplace – or explore the other Districts across NSW.
We acknowledge that we live and work on Aboriginal land and recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of First Nations Australians. We also acknowledge all of the traditional owners of the land in NSW, and pay respect to First Nations Elders, past and present.
