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Raypiny Dhawu (Fresh Water Story) All Aboriginal people originate from a spiritual source, fixed in a particular place in their land or the sea. These ‘spiritual reservoirs’ are often in the form of special waterholes made by Wangarr (creative spirits) Read more…

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Gumang (Magpie Geese) The Yolngu people of Arnhem Land originate from a spiritual source, fixed in a particular place in their land or the sea. These ‘Spiritual Reservoirs’ are often in the form of special waterholes made by Wangarr (Creative Read more…

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Balgabalga (Hammerhead shark) This painting depicts Balgabalga (Hammerhead shark) and Bula (Short sucker fish). Balgabalga is a significant totemic species for the Gupapuyngu people from Djiliwirri and is represented through songlines and storylines in which the Bula follows the Balgabalga Read more…

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Lidji Lidji (Finch) This artwork represents totemic finches. These birds herald the beginning of the dry season and are associated with the Ganalbingu clan. Lidji Lidji are also represented in ceremonial song and dance.

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