Spirituality & Religion
Spirituality has existed since the beginning of time. Religion has had a big impact on Aboriginal People and Yuin life. It was both embraced and forced upon Aboriginal People by the missionaries, government, colonisers and convicts.
Religion, spirituality and the relationship they have with Yuin peoples.
The earth is just like a mother to us.
Lynne Thomas from Narooma
Learn about our complex religion and spirituality
Aboriginal Religion and Lore
Bunja Smith talks about religion, Aboriginal Law and Creation stories....
FILMS 
Discovery and Stolen Land
Article
"Doctrine of Discovery and Stolen Land" by BJ Cruse argues that the issue of colonization and its uncomfortable legacy extends beyond the Church....
ARTICLES 
Granny Tungai
Biography
Granny Tungai was a respected Yuin Elder whose life was rooted in the coastal Country now known as the Eurobodalla region of...
CUSTODIANS
Ossie Cruse
Biography
Oswald “Uncle Ossie” Cruse is a highly respected Aboriginal Elder, Christian pastor and advocate for Aboriginal rights in Australia. Born in Orbost, Victoria, he...
CUSTODIANS 
Religion
Lynne Thomas talks about religion and the similarities between western religion and Aboriginal culture. She explains the part of culture that are similar to churches or held in high reverence like western religious practices....
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Richard “Dick” Piety Jr
Biography
Richard “Dick” Piety Jr (1844–1918) was born on 1 November 1844 at Mullenderee near Moruya. His father, Richard Piety Sr, was born...
CUSTODIANS 
Richard Piety Jnr
Biography
Richard “Dick” Piety Jr (1844–1918) was born on 1 November 1844 at Mullenderee near Moruya. His father, Richard Piety Sr, was born...
CUSTODIANS 
Spirit
Warren Foster talks about spirit. He explains the beliefs Yuin people have and the way that spirit is connected to all....
FILMS 
Spirits
Gary Campbell talks about spirits. He shares the importance of spirits, the way they're part of their belief system and the messages they bring....
FILMS Religion
Lynne Thomas talks about religion and the similarities between western religion and Aboriginal culture. She explains the part of culture that are similar to churches or held in high reverence like western religious practices.
