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    This is a traditional Aboriginal cave painting at Injalak Hill, 5kms west of Gunbalanya in Arnhem Land, NT. Painted with white and red ochre this painting is believed to be over 10,000 years old. Hand stencils are very common in Aboriginal rock painting, this particular one is considered very rare due to the detail added into what would normally be negative space. by: arnhemland Views[1380] Aboriginal elder Garry Djorlom learnt how to hunt and gather food provided by the land from his father, Dudley Djorlom and his uncles. Walking through the scrub with Garry he would point out and name different trees in his traditional language (Kunwinjku). Occasionally he would stop to pick some fruit “I’m going to take these back to my grand kids” he would say, with an earnest smile. by: arnhemland Views[2382] Once surrounded by ancient seas, the iconic Arnhem Land escarpment or “stone country” is a great example of the relationship between Aboriginal people and the land. During the wet season this sandstone wall is transformed into a plentiful oasis, brimming with fish and birds to hunt. In the dry season, it’s shady caves and residual pools provide protection from the hot Australian sun. by: arnhemland Views[2512] Garry Djorlom is an Aboriginal elder from Oenpelli, Western Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, Australia. He’s a softly spoken character with a warm, friendly nature. Like many Aboriginal elders, he’s also a storyteller. “If you have a story, don’t put it in your pocket and leave it there, take it out and share it with your family”. This particular image depicts Garry telling a story about how the echidna got its spikes. by: arnhemland Views[2575] In 1982 control of the Mission lands were restored to the traditional Aranda owners. The tools and buildings abandoned, it has become a tourist destination without tourists. A bleak and empty site within a troubled township. by: kimpreston Views[574]
     
    The missionaries sought to provide training and employment in their Tannery, Shearing shed and Smithy. by: kimpreston Views[621] Boys dormitory at the edge of the Mission’s perimeter. by: kimpreston Views[577] Constructed in 1896, this schoolhouse continued to teach local Aboriginal children, in both English and Aranda, until 1953. by: kimpreston Views[751] Two indiginous boys prepare for an eary morning corrobaree by: crocbait Views[1083]  

     

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