Need last minute gift ideas? Buy Blak this festive season

There's plenty of options if you're looking to support Indigenous businesses and buy some deadly presents!

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These are some of the Blak businesses we've been loving.

Running on Blakfulla time? We got you.

This year’s gift guide is full of Blak businesses you can support while helping your friends, family and even yourself look and feel lubly over the holidays.

For our #allies - this year, consider adding a little extra thought to your holiday shopping list by supporting these businesses.

From charms for your crocs and PJs to skincare and new swimmers, below is a list of some of the deadliest Aboriginal-owned businesses you can purchase from this festive season.

Why support Blak businesses?

Supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned businesses is more than just a holiday shopping choice – it’s a way to celebrate and recognise the oldest living culture in the world!



By purchasing from these businesses, shoppers are helping to create sustainable economic opportunities for our communities, while also preserving and promoting our traditions.



Happy holidays you mob, happy shopping and don't forget to treat yo self!

Wurrumay Collective

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We're loving these bath bombs from Wurrumay Collective!
From art and home to bath, body, and haircare, Wurrumay Collective, founded by Gomeroi woman Natasha Kaiser, has something for everyone!

Our top picks are the hair pamper hamper or the Aboriginal flag bath bomb - lookout!

Indigiearth

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Try their Kakadu plum jam with some scones.
Indigiearth offers unique gifts like bush spice blends, native teas, skincare, and gourmet treats.

An award-winning business, each product is made using sustainably sourced native ingredients.

My personal favourite is the bush tomato chutney - put it on a sandwich with some devon and Bob's your unc.

Liandra Swim

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The cutest reversible swim from Liandra!
Speaking of sustainable - has some of the most beautifully designed swimwear.

With swim fabrics made from regenerated plastics and recycled elastane, you can look lubly while taking care of Country.

PLUS, they also have cute skirts and dresses for hot, blak and deadly girl summer.

Nungala Creative

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Put your crocs into sport mode with some sparkly Blak hearts from Nungala Creative.
Founded by Warumungu Wombaya woman Jessica Johnson, Nungala Creative blends fashion and cultural expression.

Known for their distinctive heart-shaped Aboriginal flag merch and bold designs, Nungala also offers earrings, key chains and clothing.

We are loving their prints and croc charms atm!

Haus of Dizzy

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Loving these cute clips from Haus of Dizzy.
Get ready to be dazzled by the vibrant collection of jewellery from Kristy Dickinson, the self-proclaimed 'Queen of Bling.' Her designs are bold, colourful, and full of life, offering endless ways to express yourself.

Whether you're proudly Blak, an ally, part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or just wanting to look cute, there's something for everyone in this Wiradjuri woman's collection.

I'm a big fan of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flag hair clips - a good accessory to wear while voting in the upcoming federal election.

BroSisCus

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Look flash this summer with some new jewellery from BroSisCus.
For your doobay, jewellery is always a good bet.

has earrings and necklaces that are sure to impress.

Some personal favourites are the proud necklace, the colours gold pendant and matching earrings.

Ngumpie Weaving

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You can also Llearn how to weave by purchasing their DIY kits.
Ngumpie Weaving, founded by Barkindji Maurara Yorta Yorta Duduroa woman Tegan Murdoch, is a female-led business that connects culture and community.

Named after the word Ngumpie meaning 'beautiful,' Tegan's offerings include original weaving designs, handcrafted jewellery, workshops, custom art pieces, and more.

Clothing the Gaps

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These PJs are ally friendly too... lookout!
have done it again... designing the cutest pjs for Blakmas.

Besides the adorable dingoes on their PJs this year, they also have pockets!

The short style PJs comes in both adult and kids sizing, so you and your whole mob can lay up on Christmas Day all comfy and matching.

Bush to Bowl

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You can buy native damper mix featuring three unique and delicious flavours: Lemon Myrtle, Saltbush, and Wattleseed!
Specialising in native ingredients, Bush to Bowl offers plants, native spice mixes, bush food hampers, and gourmet cooking sauces.

Each item is crafted using sustainably sourced Indigenous ingredients, creating a healing space and platform for Blakfullas by connecting them to Country and their traditional foods.

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Published 17 December 2024 3:38pm
By Bronte Charles
Source: NITV


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