{"product_id":"gathaa-naidoc-next-gen-market-december-2026","title":"GATHAA NAIDOC NEXT GEN MARKET - DECEMBER 2026","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGATHAA Next Gen Xmas Market is coming\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGATHAA means \u003cstrong\u003e“to come together”\u003c\/strong\u003e — and this Christmas, we’re bringing our Next Gen back together to create, share, connect and celebrate.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing an incredible \u003cstrong\u003eGATHAA Next Gen Market \u0026amp; Youth Showcase\u003c\/strong\u003e, our young mob are back — this time for a special \u003cstrong\u003eGATHAA Next Gen Xmas Market\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe market gives \u003cstrong\u003eFirst Nations jarjums, teens and young creatives\u003c\/strong\u003e the opportunity to step forward as young entrepreneurs, artists, makers, performers and facilitators — sharing their creativity with community while gaining real experience along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eExpect a deadly little Christmas market filled with \u003cstrong\u003eyoung First Nations-owned stalls, handmade gifts and creations, live music, creative activities and plenty of Christmas spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor some of our young people, it will be another opportunity to build on what they started at Next Gen. 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Youth Performers\u003c\/strong\u003e – Featuring emerging First Nations musicians and performers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🪃 \u003cstrong\u003eDidgeridoo Workshop \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Learn the power of breath, rhythm and culture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eBushfood Workshops\u003c\/strong\u003e – Discover native ingredients and flavours \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎨 \u003cstrong\u003eCultural Arts \u0026amp; Creative Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e – Hands-on art activities for jarjums and young creatives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💃 \u003cstrong\u003eDance Workshops \u0026amp; Performances\u003c\/strong\u003e – Contemporary and cultural dance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌟 \u003cstrong\u003eEmerging Artist Stage\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sing, dance, perform or bring your didge — the stage is yours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🍴 \u003cstrong\u003eBush Tucker Eats \u0026amp; Drinks\u003c\/strong\u003e – Delicious native inspired food and drinks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho’s it for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Nations youth\u003c\/strong\u003e with art, crafts, jewellery, music or creative ideas — this is your space to showcase your talents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamilies and community\u003c\/strong\u003e wanting to celebrate culture and support young mob — come along and be part of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis event celebrates the strength, creativity and leadership of the next generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYoung mob stepping up.\u003cbr\u003eCulture strong.\u003cbr\u003eCommunity coming together.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring your family, bring your mates, bring the jarjums — everyone is welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWant to get involved?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you a \u003cstrong\u003eFirst Nations young person\u003c\/strong\u003e wanting to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Run a stall\u003cbr\u003e• Perform\u003cbr\u003e• Facilitate a workshop\u003cbr\u003e• Share your creativity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eYou'll also have the opportunity to join the \u003cstrong\u003eGATHAA Next Gen Mentoring Program\u003c\/strong\u003e, connecting with First Nations artists, performers, creatives and entrepreneurs to build confidence, learn new skills and continue your journey beyond the market.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 \u003cstrong\u003eComplete your Expression of Interest here:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/ASw3m4kCPrDMZzGV7\" class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/forms.gle\/ASw3m4kCPrDMZzGV7\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📧 \u003ca class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003egathaa.markets@gmail.com\u003cspan class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-ni7q5mnh.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e📞 Carissa – 0411 196 427\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🗓️ \u003cstrong\u003eSaturday, 12 December 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e⏰ 10am-2pm\u003cbr\u003e📍\u003cstrong\u003eCaloundra State Library, Caloundra QLD Kabi Kabi Country\u003cbr\u003e🎟️ Free entry\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gathaa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48198247252133,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/1177\/4629\/files\/20260823_100547.jpg?v=1788057319","url":"https:\/\/gathaamarkets.com.au\/products\/gathaa-naidoc-next-gen-market-december-2026","provider":"Gathaa Markets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}