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Welcome to Country

Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony 

A moving cultural opening to mark the beginning of Biosphere Boodja.

Totem Story

A world-first: Aunty Tracey De Grussa’s Totem Story and Fleur Schell’s Wheatwhale tale become animated and projected onto the giant central grain storage domes. Animation by Fleur Schell and Steven Alyian, with projection mapping by audio-visual artist Steven Alyian. 

Giant Puppet Parade

Co-created by Goomalling Primary Students, Little Wing Puppets & Dancer Floeur Alder

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Spectacle of Movement, Magic & Imagination

Music

Music All Day & Night (Main Stage) 

Non-stop live music from incredible WA artists. Dance, sway, or sit back and soak it in.

Crop Circle Installation

Step into an immersive land artwork that invites wonder, reflection, and connection with Country.

The Market

A vibrant festival market brimming with art, handmade treasures, bush foods, vintage finds, and surprises. Every purchase supports local creatives.

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Food

Come hungry! Smoky BBQ, vegan treats, sweet delights, dumplings, coffee, and more—lovingly made by local legends and top WA vendors.

Fairy Sandy & Her Magical Fairy Friendsn

Keep an eye out for Fairy Sandy and her enchanting fairy friends as they wander the festival spreading smiles, sparkles, and magic. Perfect for little (and big) dreamers!

Free Clay Play (All Ages)

Get your hands dirty with Adil Writer (India) and Nathan Blackwell (Midland Brick). A rare chance to create, collaborate, and be inspired by two masters of mud. All materials provided.

Kids Making  

(Main Oval) Whimsy, creativity, and hands-on fun for all ages: • Flower Crowns • Magic Wands • God’s Eyes • Straw Totems • Make a Rainmaker Stick with Robyn Cummings • Create a Lantern to light up Goomalling on your way to the domes

Community Choir

(Sacred Heart Catholic Church) 

Lift your voice with Rose Parker and sing the first-ever Biosphere Boodja Song, written by Fleur Schell. No experience needed - just heart.

Carnaby Crusaders

Learn about the endangered Carnaby’s Black Cockatoo - its lifecycle, habitat, threats, and rescue. Meet these iconic birds up close.

Jam Session with Rose Parker

Bring your instrument or voice and join Rose Parker for an open, all-welcome jam. Play, learn, and share music together.

Fire Tending Circle

Gather around sacred fires and learn the cultural art of fire tending with Koomal Elders and cultural guides. A space for reverence, story, and warmth.

Free Festival Events.
Your free ticket to art and wild things
With your free festival ticket, you’ll unlock a world of wonder - no bookings, no barriers. Just wander, explore, and dive headfirst into everything Biosphere Boodja has to offer. Every performance, projection, puppet, and play space is yours to discover - all free.

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