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1 Alec Mingelmanganu, Wunambal people, Western Australia (1905–1981) Wandjina (c1980) natural earth pigments and oil paint on canvas 159x139.5cm

2 Jack Karadada, Wunambal people, Western Australia (1918 /1922–2003) Untitled(Wandjina) (c1971) natural earth pigments and binder on eucalyptus bark 145.5x67cm

3 Lily Karadada, Wunambal people, Western Australia (1935 /1939)Wandjina (1991) Kalumburu, Kimberley, Western Australia, natural pigments on canvas 80x60cm         

A    kimberleyfoundation.org.au    

Aboriginal people in northern and central Kimberley continue to identify with Wanjina, a continuous tradition dating to the last 4000 years. As figurations of supernatural power, images of Wanjina are characterised by halo-like headdresses and mouthless faces with large round eyes, set either side of an ovate nose. These ‘Creator Beings’ and the ‘Wunggurr Creator Snake’ are painted in many forms and can be repainted to ensure annual renewal of the seasonal cycle and the associated periods of natural fertility. The actual Wanjina is believed to either reside in the rock where it is painted or to have left its body there. Also called: Regular Infill Period, Polychrome Art Period.

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In many parts of the Kimberley in Western Australia, the Wandjina ancestral beings established the laws of social behaviour. The Wandjina are associated with the life-giving properties of water. They bring the monsoonal rains and distribute the spirits of the unborn to their eventual parents. Mingelmanganu was the first artist in the region to continue the tradition on canvas. To convey the scale of the rock paintings, he used the possibilities presented by the size of canvas as opposed to the smaller sheets of eucalyptus bark which artists in the area were used to painting on.

 C   Kim Akerman nga.gov.au

Unlike most Wanjina images that seem to stare far into the distance, those painted by Alec Mingelmanganu appear to be the audience gazing at the viewer, rather than being the subject of a painting. The close-set eyes lend a disconcerting air of questioning to the image. In turn, the broad hunched shoulders suggest that the Wanjina may not be all that comfortable with the world of humans.

Like most Wanjina painted in rock shelters, Alec’s figures possess a sense of enigmatic magnitude, a massiveness that projects far beyond the edges of the canvas. Mingelmanganu’s Wanjina paintings, executed in ochres on bark, were first exhibited publicly in mid 1975. As well as producing paintings for the (then) very limited market, Alec also engraved Wanjina figures, either singly or in groups, on tablets of stone or wood that had first been covered with a wash of ochre and gum.

In 1979 he was introduced to canvas as a more stable surface on which to paint, and in 1980 he had his first solo exhibition in Perth. Inspired by large non-Aboriginal paintings he had seen in Perth, Alec then embarked on painting a series of large canvases, completing at least four superb works before his death in 1981. The larger size offered him the opportunity to render his images of Wanjina on a scale similar to that found in the rock art of the Kimberley. The monumental strength and character in these works ensures that Alec Mingelmanganu will be recognised as the greatest of the contemporary Wanjina artists of the Kimberley.

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Indigenous Empowerment: Address Inequality and Building a Bright Future

Indigenous Empowerment: Address Inequality and Building a Bright Future

Imajica Agency: Indigenous Peoples - Australia

The actions of the current Australian Government, Federal, State, Local and their Agencies to undertake a positive outcome for the Indigenous People of Australia has serious implications of a zero result as from the history of the Australian Government’s and their Agencies with regards to the Indigenous People of Australia.

Despite efforts by various governments, Indigenous communities in Australia still face significant inequality and challenges. While some progress has been made in redressing past injustices, much more needs to be done to improve the livelihoods and opportunities of Indigenous Australians. One of the key issues is land rights. Indigenous communities have long been dispossessed of their land, and efforts to restore land rights have been slow and insufficient. Additionally, Indigenous people often face discrimination and marginalization in areas such as education, employment, and healthcare. The government needs to take concrete steps to address these issues and work closely with Indigenous leaders and communities to find solutions. Another area where progress is needed is in closing the gap in health outcomes. Indigenous Australians suffer from a range of health problems, including higher rates of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease, as well as mental health issues. In order to achieve real change, the government must work in partnership with Indigenous communities to develop policies and programs that are culturally appropriate and responsive to their needs. At the same time, it is important to recognize the strengths and resilience of Indigenous communities. There are many Indigenous individuals and organizations doing important work to improve the lives of their people, and the wider community needs to support and celebrate these efforts. Overall, the government needs to do more to address the ongoing inequality and challenges faced by Indigenous Australians. Without sustained action and commitment to change, the zero result that has dogged previous efforts will likely persist into the future.

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Only 1 In 6 Aussies Interact With An Indigenous Australian

The numbers don’t lie but rather tell the real story of an already divided country. These conservative white politicians going around warning of the divisive potentialities of the Voice to Parliament are full of the proverbial. The fact that only 1 in 6 Aussies interact with an Indigenous Australian means that most of us don’t really know an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. We live largely separate lives and only hear about them in the news. We have no idea what it is like to walk in their shoes. Therefore, the calls to vote No are misguided because the status quo is not alright for the majority of First Nations Australians.

Less Than 20% Of Us Know A First Nation Australian

How can we say everything is alright as it is when the data tells us that most Indigenous Australians trail behind in terms of wealth, health, education and opportunity. Closing the gap has been a target for many years and remains largely unsuccessful. It is time to listen to those impacted by being Aboriginal in Australia. A Voice to Parliament in the Constitution is the only way to stop Indigenous issues being used as a political football by our adversarial politicians. They are playing their games with the Voice as we speak. Less than 20% of us know a First Nation Australian – what does that say about our country? https://www.pc.gov.au/closing-the-gap-data/annual-data-report/report

Just 1 In 6 Of Us Socialise With An Aboriginal

Talk about the hidden truth of Australian culture. White commentators bang on about Australia not being a racist nation, well, ignorance is bliss, they say. If you don’t know an Indigenous Australian and don’t regularly commune with her or him – how the bloody hell would you even know. ‘I’m alright Jack,’ is an Australianism and it refers to a me-centric attitude in life. You cannot make a decision about this referendum on the basis of your own feelings and circumstance. It calls for a deep dive into the perspective of First Nations Australians. This is about being big enough to recognise the need for self-empowerment to be granted to Indigenous Australians. A voice at the table where decisions are made, forever, because it will be enshrined in the Australian Constitution. Meaning that the Libs and Nat’s can’t come in and shaft it, like Tony Abbott did slashing half a billion dollars from the budget back in 2014. “Before his election last September, Tony Abbott claimed he'd be a Prime Minister for Indigenous affairs. But in his government's first budget, Indigenous affairs have taken some of the most savage cuts. The budget will see cuts to Indigenous spending by more than half-a-billion dollars over five years in a significant shake-up. The chairman of the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, Justin Mohamed, says he believes as much as $90 million could come out of Indigenous health services. "By reducing money out of the bucket, it obviously puts a squeeze on a whole lot of things, so there's going to be a limit on what the Aboriginal health portfolio can do in total. I think, like most things that get chopped during this time, is the preventative side of health, which is what we really need in Aboriginal health." “ - (https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/indigenous-affairs-hit-by-savage-budget-cuts/pubaukm55)

The facts about the Coalition and their attitude toward Indigenous affairs are there to see in black and white. Leaders like Peter Dutton and before him Scott Morrison, Tony Abbott, and John Howard do not want to have to deal with real Aboriginal people with a voice. They want to continue the whole white man knows best narrative. For most Australians, it is a case of out of sight is out of mind when it comes to the realities of day to day living for many First Nations people in this country. Only 1 in 6 Aussies interact with an Indigenous Australian. Ask yourself how many First Nations friends do you have? How often do you have a heart to heart with an Aboriginal Australian? “Indigenous Australians A significant group that faces shocking rates of racism across Australia are Indigenous Australians. Reconciliation Australia reported that in 2020 52% of Indigenous people had recently experienced an incident of racial prejudice in the previous six months. This figure is an almost 10% increase from 2018. The Australian government in the 2020 National Agreement on Closing the Gap acknowledged that Indigenous people continue to face ‘entrenched disadvantage… and ongoing institutional racism’. This racism extends beyond racist attacks by other Australians and is often felt in institutional settings such as our justice system, healthcare system and educational facilities. More than half of Indigenous Australians reported facing discrimination in educational institutions. Institutional racism limits access to essential resources and services, denying individuals opportunities and worsening cycles of disadvantage. “ - (https://www.amnesty.org.au/does-australia-have-a-racism-problem-in-2021/)

The Constitution Is A Largely British Construction “During the 1890s representatives from the six Australian colonies came together at meetings called ‘constitutional conventions’ to draft a document which would provide for a new level of national government. By 1898 the delegates had agreed on a draft which they took back to their respective parliaments to be approved. The final draft of the Constitution was approved by a vote of the people who were eligible to take part in referendums, which was held in each jurisdiction between June 1899 and July 1900. The Constitution was then agreed to by the British Parliament, which passed the Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act in July 1900. Even though the Constitution was originally part of a British Act of Parliament, its ongoing legitimacy now rests on its approval, acceptance, and ability to be amended, by the people of Australia.” - (https://www.aec.gov.au/referendums/learn/the-constitution.html) Most modern Australians would not know just how British we all were back in the day. At the time the Constitution was created most white Aussies would consider themselves British to their bootstraps. These folk would fight in the Boer Wars and two World Wars to defend the interests of the motherland. Much of the Australian flag design reproduces the Union Jack – Britain’s national flag. This British identity still pulses proudly within a core of conservative white Australians. Witness the referendum defeat for an Australian Republic in 1999. The same organisations and, indeed, people or their offshoots are mounting the No Vote campaign to the Voice today. These people want to hold onto every vestige of power that they can and do not want to share Australia with First Nations Australians. Is this racist? Yes. Their vision of Australia is a colonial one, with the descendants of British people ruling their island continent and the darkies marginalised around the fringes. It used to be commonly thought by white Australia that Aboriginal people would die out. It was not that long ago that this belief was openly shared by the populace.

I do not see white Australians going out of their way to get to know Indigenous Aussies. To get to the heart of the matter, so to speak. Racist Australia is largely happy with the status quo. Many people get uncomfortable when they see dark skinned faces in their neighbourhood- they worry about their property and its security. Giving First Nations Australians a voice to parliament is the last thing that many want to do. The polls are telling us this right now. The authentic nature of Australians and their racist inclinations will be revealed to the world this October. Oh, excuses will be made and the Peter Dutton’s will claim it is the will of the nation on the basis of wanting a united country. Yes, a united white Australia, where Aboriginals can get into line at the back of the queue. Vote Yes I will be voting Yes, because it is time to really listen to First Nations Australians. We, as a nation, are big enough to host a diversity of views. It is the right thing to do, after centuries of neglect and institutional discrimination. If Australia is this great place, a wealthy nation, then, let us ensure that those suffering are heard and something done about it. Vote Yes. Robert Sudha Hamilton is the author of Money Matters: Navigating Credit, Debt & Financial Freedom. ©WordsForWeb

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News from Australia, 9 July

Indigenous Australians Minister Linda Burney has signalled the four key priorities for the Voice to parliament she outlined will not be enshrined in legislation and will be “based on trust” instead.

2. Protesters in Darwin are attempting to prevent the movement of a powerful on-shore drilling rig to the Beetaloo Basin, highlighting concerns about the environmental impact of fracking.

The Beetaloo Basin is a highly energy resource-rich area, with an estimated 500 trillion cubic feet of gas, but the use of shale fracking in the region is yet to be trialled.

Despite the recent lifting of a five-year moratorium on fracking in the Northern Territory, environmental, Indigenous, and farming groups remain worried about the potential consequences, particularly on groundwater reserves.

3. Conservation groups and traditional owner groups have reintroduced the eastern quoll, a previously-extinct marsupial, to western Victoria. The marsupial, which is only found in the wild in Tasmania, became extinct on the Australian mainland in the 1960s.

Scientists released seven quolls onto a sheep station in Dundonnell last year and dozens more have been reintroduced to regional NSW. This week, the Eastern Maar people helped bring another 12 quolls to the area. The reintroduction process took place during NAIDOC week, a time to recognize the significance of First Nations people and cultures. The hope is that this project will lead to the survival of the quoll on the mainland.

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The history of Mabo Decision 1992 | The Mabo Case | Eddie Mabo

Explore the incredible journey of Eddie Mabo and the historic Mabo Decision 1992 that forever changed Australia’s history. Discover how this landmark case redefined land rights for Aboriginal people and shaped the future of our nation. 🌏 What do you think would have happened if Eddie Mabo hadn’t fought for the historic Mabo Decision 1992 ? How different would Australia’s land rights be today? 🎥 Visit our YouTube channel to see more! 🎥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC79oPmcGmZt6YyttMWWA-HA #MaboDecision #EddieMabo #LandRights #NativeTitleAct #MaboCase #AustralianHistory #AboriginalRights #FightForRights #IndigenousJustice #MaboVQueensland #Mabo1992 #HistoryOfAustralia #JusticeForIndigenous #LandRightsMovement #LegalLandmark #IndigenousAustralia #CulturalHeritage #EddieMaboLegacy #NativeTitle #HistoricDecisions #pulsevibesmedia

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Search for descendants of Aboriginal people who settled in Indonesia at least 150 years ago

via ABC News, 11 February 2023: A chance discovery in Rome leads to the search for Indigenous Australians who settled in Makassar in the 19th century. #indonesia #indigenousaustralia #makassar yolgnu

via ABC News, 11 February 2023: A chance discovery in Rome leads to the search for Indigenous Australians who settled in Makassar in the 19th century. The discovery of a trove of long-forgotten, black-and-white photographs in an Italian library has proven that a group of Indigenous Australians formed a community in South East Asia 150 years ago. The striking images were taken in the Indonesian…

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The kids of Doomadgee made such an impression on me I’ll never forget, more than honoured to be heading back there soon, we travel the world looking new places and different cultures, the aboriginal people of Australia have the most powerful culture and raw energy I’ve ever witnessed.. Don’t forget that like our government has 🙏🏾 @aboriginal.australia - - Www.Skip2Beat.Com #skipping #beastmode #hiitskip #hiitskipping #ropeskipping #wejump #doomadgeestateschool #cardio #jumpropeworkout #hiit #aboriginalaustralia #nomoredivide #deadlychoices #weareone #kidfitness #fitkids #jumprope #jumpropechallenge #fnq #indigenousaustralia (at Doomadgee) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTL7PlyBwmt/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Creating some more artworks. I collected these bowls and serving tray from Kmart and wanted to place a design on them. I live respectfully on Quandamooka Country. Also wanted to acknowledge the Turrable and Yuggera Traditional Owners/Custodians that have allowed me to also walk and live on their land����🖤💛❤️ Disclaimer: Dot painting is not from my Country, so I had to gain permission and sit with Central Desert mob over the years to learn and understand their stories. I want to acknowledge Uncle Peter from the Lurit­ja and Per­tame people for his patience and teachings. #indigenousartist #artwork #paintings #aboriginalart #kmart #culture #storytelling #indigenousaustralia (at Wynnum / Manly Brisbane) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSnn3GFBAIy/?utm_medium=tumblr

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welcome to the Banyjima country.

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First of many protest.

BLACK LIVES MATTER; SYDNEY AUSTRALIA ❤️🖤💛

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Help Indigenous Communities ...

The raging bushfires continue to strike the Australian east coast. Many Aboriginal people and communities have been affected by these tragic circumstances and many forced to leave their homes and relocate. These tragedies have occurred on sacred Indigenous lands. We aim to breathe life back into country and culture. We acknowledge our ancestors of past, present, and future.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/fire-relief-fund-for-first-nations-communities

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Dutton The Dog Whistling Ex-Cop Busy In Alice Springs

Does Peter Dutton still think he is a cop? Somebody should remind him that he is the leader of the opposition. Dutton the dog whistling ex-cop busy in Alice Springs turning the clock back to drum up negative coverage of Indigenous Australians. Funnily enough during his 10 years in government the law and order issues in Alice Springs were not on his radar. Playing politics is a Liberal Party playbook speciality. We have seen it with climate change. The issues in regional Australia are a direct result of the neglect of services in these townships and camps over decades.

Peter Dutton’s Racist Form Around Aboriginal Australians

Dutton has form around Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues. He refused to be in the parliamentary chamber when Kevin Rudd, as PM, said sorry. Peter Dutton didn’t turn up again when the Voice to Parliament referendum question was introduced to parliament. This is racist behaviour and his leadership of the Liberal Party is taking this once august body down a dirty pathway. Dutton’s decision to lead a campaign against a Voice to Parliament for Indigenous Australians is further proof of his and his party’s unwillingness to empower Aboriginal people to provide their insight and leadership into their own governing.

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Dirty Politics in Alice & Peter Dutton

The problems in regional Australia being highlighted by Peter Dutton have been there and brewing for many years. They clearly show the urgent need for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. This bullshit around it being a Canberra voice is another furphy because this is where the decisions are made on a federal level. The current proposal for a Voice will draw its advisory members from local communities around the nation. In the same way, as parliament works with MPs coming from their electorates to Canberra. The Libs and Nationals are muddying the waters to try and defeat this momentous movement for change for Aboriginal Australia. Ken Wyatt knows this and finally did the right thing by his people by quitting the party. Julian Lesser likewise stepped up and left the creaking ship to the rats and racists.

There is broad support for the Voice to Parliament throughout Australia. Australians know that our Indigenous sisters and brothers have been long neglected and mistreated by white Australia. The old way has not closed the gap between the lifestyles and wellbeing of whites and Aboriginal people. We need a new approach and the Voice, as a constitutional recognition, will boost the weight of the Indigenous voice in the room. Under the current set up our Indigenous brothers and sisters are too easily ignored by the louder voices in the room. Whether it be quiet racism or its more outspoken forms the proof is in the pudding and the Indigenous Australian slice of the pie has long been bitter and shrivelled. It is time to recognise and honour those who were here long before we arrived. Dutton the dog whistling ex-cop should be humanly put down by his party, politically speaking. Australia should get on with becoming the best version of ourselves we can be. Robert Sudha Hamilton ©Midas Word Read the full article

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Our future looking back on our little blip on the timeline #auspol #Australia #historyishappening @australiangreens @australianlabor @roboakeshott1 #climatechange #stopadani #bringthemhere #refugeeswelcome #indigenousaustralia #democracysausage #sketch #draw #politicalcartoons (at Coffs Harbour, New South Wales) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bxs9Yq8hLcb/?igshid=oj6bfn0sinbb

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Something I’m chipping away at... acrylic paint on gesso board. Swipe to see its process . . . #australianlandscape #indigenousaustralia #indigenouswomen #australianartist #melbourneartist #acrylicpainting #wip #workinprogress #paintingprogress #visionaryart #surrealism #dreamscape #surrealart #mindscape #australianvisionaryartists #dreamtime #darqartist #landscapepainting #figurativepainting #oneironaut #luciddreaming (at Melbourne, Victoria, Australia) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvBHWLtHNin/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=cdgdplnqwljv

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