This is a free and family-friendly event to mark the historic commencement of Victoria’s Treaty with a celebration of culture, dance and community that is open to all Victorians.
Treaty paves the way for a new relationship between First Peoples and the Victorian Government – one built on respect, trust, and integrity.
Families are better off when they have responsibility over their own lives and Treaty gives Aboriginal people a say in how their services are run.
Because when First Peoples lead the way to design policies and solutions, we get better outcomes across areas like health, housing and education.
When you listen to people, you get better outcomes for people. And that’s what Treaty is. A practical way to achieve practical change.
About the event
VICTORIA’S TREATY: IT’S HERE is a free and family-friendly celebration to mark the historic commencement of Victoria’s Treaty with the bringing together of woomera and spears and the Treaty ceremonially signed during the event – a celebration of culture, dance and community that is open to all Victorians.
We’ve got some special guests joining us to celebrate, including Alice Skye, Baker Boy, BRIGGS, Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, Missy Higgins, Uncle Kutcha Edwards, Yothu Yindi, and friends.
Please note: A ticket is required for each person entering the event. Tickets to the event are subject to venue capacity.
This is a free and family friendly event and is alcohol and glass-free.
Running Times
- Gates Open: 5:00 pm
- Gate 6 (via Western Plaza)
- Gate 7 West / East (via Olympic Boulevard)
- Gate 8 (via Eastern Plaza)
- Start Time: 6:30 pm
- Event Concludes: 9:30 pm
Note: Times are approx. and subject to change without notice.
Important Event Information
- A ticket is required for each person entering the event. Tickets to the event are subject to venue capacity.
- This is a free and family friendly event and is alcohol and glass-free.
- There are several options for your journey to John Cain Arena:
- Public transport is the quickest and easiest option. Before you attend, plan ahead and allow extra travel time for any major disruptions.
- Parking is available at the Eastern Plaza Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard). We strongly recommend pre-booking as drive-up spaces are subject to availability. Bookings close at midnight the night before the event.
- Note: Accessible parking must be pre-booked via Ticketek. We strongly recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.
- To ensure a smooth entry into the venue, download your tickets to your digital wallet before arriving.
- Bags must be A4 size or smaller, and larger bags are not permitted.
- Cloaking is available via the Information Desk (Gates 6 and 8). Any prohibited items listed in the venue Conditions of Entry will not be accepted for cloaking.
- Note: Water bottles must be soft plastic (not aluminium or hard plastic) and no larger than 600ml.
- All retail outlets are cashless. Any transactions must be made using a credit or debit card.
Note: Events may contain sequences of flashing lights, lasers, strobes, haze and pyrotechnics which may affect photosensitive guests, and those with other medical conditions.
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Acknowledgement of Country
Melbourne Park acknowledges the Wurundjeri people of the East Kulin Nation as Traditional Owners of the land on which it operates, and pays respect to Elders past and present.
Acknowledgements
We welcome all cultures, all religions, all colours, all beliefs, all ages, all sizes, all types, all people.
Accessibility Statement
We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.
Please let us know if you encounter any issues.