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We're at the AIATSIS Summit this week!
Stop by our stand and have a yarn with the team. Whether you'd like to learn more about our collections, discuss our Indigenous language revitalisation and language work, explore opportunities to work together, or simply stop by for a chat, we'd love to see you.

Join Kokoberrin artist and Indigenous Languages Creative Arts Resident, Shaun Edwards, for a special artist talk, exploring how the Kokoberrin language is being strengthened through contemporary creative practice.

Pa la Nganduw Kedew – I Am Dingo Clan
6–7:30 pm, Thu 4 Jun
Free event, bookings required https://qld.pulse.ly/aagjnkw7k5

We are thrilled to share our deadly keynote speakers at the upcoming Yuunigan Dhilla Yari Indigenous languages forum on Tuesday 9 June. Common Ground’s Gemma Pol and Vanessa Morris will explore how a small, 100% First Nations-led collective is changing systems by creating self-determined spaces for language learning, sharing and safeguarding – drawing on examples from multi-platform projects like Dreamy, First Nations Bedtime Stories, and Weaving Truths.

Book now to be part of this important conversation and connect with language practitioners, creatives, educators and community members: https://qld.pulse.ly/w14xc51csh

Join us for a range of upcoming First Nations-led programs celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages, culture and community 💛🖤❤️

Sat 30 May – Nunukul Yuggera Aboriginal Dancers & Aunty Sharron at The Corner
Thu 4 Jun – Pa la Nganduw Kedew – I Am Dingo Clan with Shaun Edwards
Tue 9 Jun – Yuuingan Dhilla Yari: 2026 Indigenous Languages Forum

What's on at State Library (First Nations cultures)

Join Kokoberrin man and Indigenous Languages Creative Arts Resident, Shaun Edwards, in conversation with Sonya Takau, Jirrbal Rainforest Aboriginal woman and Founder of Dingo Culture, as they explore creative practice for language revitalisation and preservation, Indigenous cultural lore of the Dingo, and contemporary advocacy for its cultural, ecological, and legal significance.

Don't miss Pa la Nganduw Kedew – I Am Dingo Clan on Thursday 4 June. Book now https://qld.pulse.ly/tqjrgwsa8y

Image attribution: White Dingo Messenger, Kokoberrin people, 2026 Shaun Edwards, Wild Barra.

Pa la Nganduw Kedew – I Am Dingo Clan Pa la Nganduw Kedew – I Am Dingo Clan is a public outcome event led by artist Shaun Edwards, showcasing his language revitalisation practice and current creative work grounded in Kokoberrin cultural lore of the White Dingo. The evening begins with an artist talk and in-conversation, offering insig...

Come and celebrate National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June) at The Corner with a rich and engaging program for children and families.

Be welcomed onto Country by the Nunukul Yuggera Aboriginal Dancers, then enjoy an interactive performance from Aunty Sharron mirri Bell, who shares culture through story, song and connection in a joyful performance that will get the whole family moving and singing along.

Families can then take part in a guided boomerang workshop, where children will explore the meaning and use of boomerangs and decorate their own boomerang to take home.

When: 1-3 pm, Sat 30 May
State Library of Queensland
Free drop-in activity, no bookings required

https://qld.pulse.ly/c9tq0pem7p

Vale Uncle Herbert Wharton AM, a Kooma writer and storyteller whose work captured the voices, histories and lived experiences of inland Australia.

Born in Cunnamulla and shaped by years as a stockman and drover, Herb came to writing later in life, sharing personal stories in works including 'Unbranded', 'Cattle Camp' and 'Where Ya’ Been Mate?'. His contributions to Australian literature were recognised with an Order of Australia and the Australia Council Award for Lifetime Achievement in Literature.

We honour Herb’s legacy and the stories he generously shared.

Image attribution: 'Portrait of Uncle Herbert Wharton AM', 2001, Suzanna Clark, Gift of Presence exhibition images, State Library of Queensland

Join Aunty Ruth Hegarty for a special story time at kuril dhagun as she celebrates the launch of her latest children’s books.

Experience her beautiful storytelling from 10:30 am on Friday 17 April.

🎟️ This is a free event, but spots are limited – register now to secure your seat https://qld.pulse.ly/qi8derogd1

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We’re thrilled to share some exciting news!

Deaf in dance: feeling the beat has been named a finalist for Best industry collaboration with people with disability or who are d/Deaf in the 2026 Creative Brisbane Awards 🎉

Through powerful artworks and digital stories – alongside photojournalist Sean Davey’s images from State Library’s collection – the showcase celebrated the talent and achievements of the Deaf Indigenous Dance Group (DIDG).

You can still explore Deaf in dance: feeling the beat online👉 https://qld.pulse.ly/kmpbdcmfpt

Or visit our current showcase Through Mununjali eyes: photojournalist Wayne Coolwell, on display now in kuril dhagun. Plan your visit 👉 https://qld.pulse.ly/e7l9eo9e0k