Life January 23, 2021
The Brewarrina Aboriginal fish traps
An engineering marvel and a site of astonishing antiquity, the Aboriginal fish traps at Brewarrina bear witness to the survival of an ancient culture.
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Life January 23, 2021
The Brewarrina Aboriginal fish traps
An engineering marvel and a site of astonishing antiquity, the Aboriginal fish traps at Brewarrina bear witness to the survival of an ancient culture.
Travel February 22, 2020
Vienna’s Museum of Art Fakes
A Viennese museum devoted to forgeries leads the author to question the very nature of art appreciation.
Life July 25, 2020
Scents and sensibilities
After realising the perfume industry was dominated by just six major players, Saskia Wilson-Brown set about creating a non-profit enterprise that would empower everyday people with the ability to learn and create. Welcome to LA’s Institute for Art and Olfaction.
Culture March 23, 2019
Indigenous activist Thomas Mayor’s clear statement
For months, Indigenous activist Thomas Mayor carried the Uluru Statement from the Heart around Australia, rolling out the canvas as he told its story. With Labor and mining companies now on board, the push continues for a First Nations voice. “We have bipartisanship on the influences of the Australian public, left, right or centre. That’s the mindset we’re transferring to – fighting for the referendum to win.”