Gunbalanya, Western Arnhem Land

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view from Injalak Hill (longtom, a djenj-fish dreaming) of Arguluk Hill (Magpie Goose dreaming) over the flood plain
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view of Gunbalanya from Injalak Hill

Gunbalanya (Oenpelli) is an indigenous community where Kunwinjku is spoken and traditional arts and ceremony is practiced. As Balanda (outsider) I began a process of learning and integration which unveiled the rich creative spring of cultural connection to country and its ecological diversity.

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