Murnubbarr (magpie geese) are a waterbird found in abundance in the wetland areas of Kakadu and western Arnhem Land. Murnubbarr are a sustainably hunted and enjoyed manme (bush food). They are known to fly long distances, particularly in the wet season.
Name: Dora Diaguma
Language: English, Kuninjku
Community: Maningrida
Biography:
Kodjdjan started working with Bábbarra Designs in 2007. She produced two designs featuring Magpie Geese and Dilly Bags, imagery representing her djang (sacred creation stories). Her Murnubbarr (Magpie Goose) fabric was popularised by the First Nations fashion brand by the same name, Magpie Goose.). Kodjdjan passed away in 2025 surrounded by family.
Ngaldadmurrng (Saratoga) This design tells the story of Saratoga dreaming, a freshwater fish that swims on the edge of creeks and rivers. This design is the Saratoga dreaming from the Mularra songline. Where the Saratoga Read more…
Barnkabarra (Mud Crabs) This design tells the story of Elizabeth’s homeland – a dreaming place, a good dreaming place with plenty of Barnkabarra (Mud Crabs). Elizabeth’s homeland lies east of Maningrida, at the mouth of Read more…
Namurre Boko (Two Brothers Fighting) A two colour screen print design from 2022. Jay’s first large format design to join the Bábbarra Designs Collection. ‘This is my first one, I’m really happy, I’m proud. It’s Read more…