CELEBRATED Melbourne-based band, The Cat Empire, will headline the EMERGE flood recovery event put on by GOTAFE and Music Victoria, with support from the State Government.
Travis Heeney, GOTAFE CEO said, “The EMERGE event is a chance for the community to reconnect and enjoy a relaxing afternoon together.”
“The Goulburn Valley has experienced unprecedented challenges over the last few years, from Covid to the recent flooding. We want to do something to lift spirits and give back to our community.”
The Cat Empire will be supported by local artists JB & Me, Bricky B, Tenielle McKenzie and Drmngnow.
Neil Morris is a proud Yorta Yorta rapper, dancer, artist and actor and performs under the name Drmngnow. He is one of four local artists that will perform at EMERGE.
Neil was personally impacted by the floods when his music studio in Mooroopna was inundated by flood water, and it is currently undergoing works to repair the damage.
“I think there is a real fragility to human nature in times of natural disasters like a flood. Seeing that fragility shows us how connected we are as people and how we can all move together, to live together in the best possible way in the community,” he said.
“Everyone is welcome, bring your friends and family along for a fun day out,” added Mr Heeney.
EMERGE flood recovery event will be held this Sunday, December 11, 1-6pm at Fryers Street, Shepparton, in front of the GOTAFE and La Trobe campuses. Entry is free for all community members.
