Minkala, the Great Spirit, lifted the Mayalarri (seven sisters) into the sparkling night sky. Then came Marrga, singing the Burndud (sacred song). Their voices were so powerful that two of the Mayalarri were drawn down from the sky, into the sea near Murujuga. They were the Bunggaliyarra.
|
6pm – 8:30pm, Sunday 18th May 2025 Show starts at 7pm |
Hearson Cove, Dampier Peninsula, Karratha. |
Beach parking from 5.30pm to 6.50pm only (vehicle parking ticket required), late entry not permitted.
Parking at Hearson Cove will be strictly limited to 4WD vehicles and checked on entry.
Due to safety concerns and impacts to heritage sites, parking on the roadside curb along Hearson Cove Road will not be allowed. ACROD parking available by contacting 9186 8600.
If you plan on driving to the show, you MUST secure a beach parking ticket for your vehicle.
One beach parking ticket is required per vehicle. Vehicles are permitted from 5.30pm-6.50pm and late entry will not be permitted.
Vehicles will not be permitted to leave until the end of the show or in case of emergency. Alternatively, a free bus service from Karratha and Dampier is also available for those who are unable to drive or secure a 4WD beach parking ticket.
A bus ticket is required for each individual taking the bus. For example, a family of four traveling together will require 4 show tickets + 1 carpark ticket or 4 show tickets + 4 bus tickets.
Karratha Bus Ticket
6pm Departure from St Paul’s Church carpark, Welcome Road, to Hearson Cove
9.15pm Departure from Hearson Cove to St Paul’s Church carpark, Welcome Road.
Please arrive at the bus pick up 15-min prior to departure
Dampier Bus Ticket
6.15pm Departure from Dampier Community Hub to Hearson Cove
9.15pm Departure from Hearson Cove to Dampier Community Hub.
Please arrive at the bus pick up 15-min prior to departure
Roebourne Return Bus Service and Ticket into Event
5.35pm Departure from the Ngurin Centre, Roebourne to Hearson Cove
8.30pm Departure from Hearson Cove to Ngurin Centre, Roebourne.
Please arrive at the bus pick up 20-min prior to departure
| 11am – 1pm, Saturday 17th May 2025 | Karratha Tourism & Visitor Centre |
The Mayalarri exhibition will provide an opportunity for visitors to engage with these ancient stories through painting, projections, and interactive elements. This high-quality exhibition will activate Juluwarlu’s renowned archive, bringing together historical and contemporary interpretations of Yindjibarndi cultural heritage.
The exhibition will feature:
Designed for both local audiences and visitors, the exhibition will offer an enriching cultural experience throughout the 2025 tourist season.
Join us to celebrate the opening of this exhibition with food, kids activities and more!
