Community Stories

Community stories include important moments in history, the struggle against oppression and racism, our modern traditions and family and community gatherings.

Community stories about people and places in modern times.

They would come into town dressed to the knockers.

Cheryl Overton (Davison) from Tilba Tilba

Cheryl Overton (Davison) from Tilba Tilba

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Broadcasting

Broadcasting

Bunja Smith shares his experiences in broadcasting and community radio in Canberra....

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Life in the 50s and 60s

Life in the 50s and 60s

Cheryl Overton shares her memories of visiting town during the 50s and 60s all dressed up in their 'Sunday' best....

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The Story of Najanuka

The Story of Najanuka

Lynne Thomas shares the story of Najanuka....

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Death of a Black Baby

Death of a Black Baby

Judy Norris talks about the sad and controversal death of an Aboriginal baby....

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Uncle Alick Bond

Uncle Alick Bond

Judy Norris shares the story of Uncle Alick Bond....

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Keith Smith

Keith Smith

Bunja Smith talks about his father, Keith Smith, and the impact of his father's work on the community....

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Reggie Walker

Reggie Walker

Cheryl Overton shares the story of her Grandfather, Reggie Walker. She talks about his history with injury, his experience as a labourer and the reason her family moved....

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Life in the 50s and 60s

Cheryl Overton shares her memories of visiting town during the 50s and 60s all dressed up in their 'Sunday' best.

Cheryl Overton shares what it was like for Aboriginal people when they visited town during the 50s and 60s.

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