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Pool On The Edge Of The Reef Tere Keper (Erub Mer) Thera Kaper (Kulkalgau Ya) This artwork is a representation of our many colourful reefs in the Torres Strait. The reefs of our region is so beautiful and is admired by all. Since I was a child; I have always Read more…

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CYCLE OF LIFE The coconut tree has a big impact towards the people of the Torres Strait. The coconut fruit provides food for eating and cooking, the leaves of the coconut tree provide thatching for shelter and shade for the islander on a sunny day or when it’s time for Read more…

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WAHMERE (Black Tail) The Wahmere (Frigate Bird) is a part of my traditional totem. It is also a very important and a very helpful animal, because the people of the Torres Strait can tell how the weather will be just by looking at what level the Wahmere (Frigate Bird) is Read more…

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WAHMERE (Yellow Tail) The Wahmere (Frigate Bird) is a part of my traditional totem. It is also a very important and a very helpful animal, because the people of the Torres Strait can tell how the weather will be just by looking at what level the Wahmere (Frigate Bird) is Read more…

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