Bristol returns cultural artefacts taken from Larrakia people in Australia Objects including three-metre spears were collected in late 19th and early 20th centuries and donated to city’s museum

#Repatriation: An extraordinary collection of weapons and #ceremonial objects taken from the #Larrakia people more than a century ago is beginning a winding journey from #Bristol home to the saltwater landscapes of the Northern Territory in #Australia.

Stefan 17, by Gary Lee. Viewed at NGV Melbourne, 2025

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Listening online to @JesuitSocialSer & @NAAJA_NT's 5th National Justice Symposium (wishing I was there in person...)

Love the idea of "a river of care" looking after #children & young people in a #trauma-sensitive way - #Larrakia women in Palmerston ❤️🖤🧡