For years Invasion Day representatives have had to travel hours to Sydney to take part in the 26 January events. Not anymore. The first ever Invasion Day event was held in Newcastle. Judging by the 1000 or so participants it will be back.

And if it’s anything like the Sydney events, it will only get bigger.

‘Truth & Justice’

‘Flags’

‘Opening with a Song’

‘Staying Hydrated’

‘Nom nom nom’

‘Uncle Bill [right] and the Smoking Ceremony’

‘Uncle Bill’

‘The Palm of Uncle Bill’s Hands’

‘We Deserve Better’

‘Amy Thunig’

‘Standing Your Ground’

‘Reclaiming the Captain Cook Memorial’

‘Rider’

‘Resist, Revive, Decolonise’

‘Intergenerational’

‘The Blundens’

‘Family Pride’

‘Always Was, Always Will Be’

‘All Smiles’

‘Proud & Deadly’

‘Amy Thunig’

‘Blak Excellence’