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Looking back to move forward: traditional knowledge and genetics informs threatened species management
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/looking-back-to-move-forward-traditional-knowledge-and-genetics-informs-threatened-species-management/

Knowledge from traditional owners and modern genetics has enabled improved management of the black-footed rock-wallaby in South Australia

Published 14 February 2018

First Nations genetics AMRI Blog
New acquisition: The Kimberley boab nut collection
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/kimberley-boab-nut-collection/

The Kimberley boab nut collection, newly acquired by Australian Museum, documents the practices, life events and stories of the people of the Kimberley region.

Published 03 May 2022

First Nations Explore
Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Sāmoa’s Independence
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/celebrating-60th-anniversary-samoas-independence/

The Australian Museum celebrates alongside Sāmoans as they celebrate 60 years of independence on the 1st of June 2022.

Published 01 June 2022

First Nations Pacific Culture Sāmoa
Happy Independence Day Kiribati
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/happy-independence-day-kiribati/

The Australian Museum celebrates alongside Kiribati as they celebrate Independence Day on 12 July.

Published 12 July 2022

First Nations Pacific Culture Sāmoa
Lunchtime Conversation 2021: Bianca Hunt and Professor John Maynard
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/lunch-conv-hunt-maynard/

NITV’s Yokayi Footy presenter Bianca Hunt and Professor John Maynard, Chair of Aboriginal History at the University of Newcastle, talk opportunities, barriers and responsibilities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sportspeople past and present.

Published 14 July 2021

podcast Lunchtime Conversation Series First Nations audio sport
Case Study: Western Australian Museum 2005
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/community-engagement/case-study-western-australian-museum-2005/

Repatriation is rewarding for participants, but difficulties arise when returning diverse material and multiple institutions are involved.

Published 04 December 2012

First Nations community engagement repatriation
Case Study: Larrakia 1996 / 2002
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/community-engagement/case-study-larrakia-1996-2002/

The Museum's repatriation of artefacts to Larrakia, NT, in 1996 established a relationship that would be called upon again in 2002.

Published 04 December 2012

First Nations Northern Territory repatriation
Pandanus toy propellers from Arnhem Land, 1948
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/cultural-objects/indigenous-pandanus-toy-propellers-from-arnhem-land-1948/

Pandanus propellers such as these were used as toys by Aboriginal children from Yirrkala in Arnhem Land.

Published 29 June 2015

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander toys
The search for the hunting boomerang
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/boomerangs/the-search-for-the-hunting-boomerang/

The good hunting boomerang was developed through brain-storming and experimentation, with prudent eyes seeking universality and balance.

Published 02 February 2011

First Nations boomerang
Balls
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/balls/

Balls used for throwing, catching and kicking games were made from varying materials.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys games toy

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru

Come face-to-face with one of the most remarkable gold collections to ever tour the globe in the immersive exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru and add-on VR experience.

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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Permanent education space
10am - 4.30pm

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Wild Planet

Welcome to life on Earth. Every one of Earth’s millions of species is unique, but they are all connected through evolution. Come and see life in all its glorious diversity – over 400 animals under one roof!

Permanent exhibition
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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
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Looking back to move forward: traditional knowledge and genetics informs threatened species management
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/looking-back-to-move-forward-traditional-knowledge-and-genetics-informs-threatened-species-management/

New acquisition: The Kimberley boab nut collection
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/kimberley-boab-nut-collection/

Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Sāmoa’s Independence
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/celebrating-60th-anniversary-samoas-independence/

Happy Independence Day Kiribati
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/happy-independence-day-kiribati/

Lunchtime Conversation 2021: Bianca Hunt and Professor John Maynard
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/lunch-conv-hunt-maynard/

Case Study: Western Australian Museum 2005
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/community-engagement/case-study-western-australian-museum-2005/

Case Study: Larrakia 1996 / 2002
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/community-engagement/case-study-larrakia-1996-2002/

Pandanus toy propellers from Arnhem Land, 1948
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/cultural-objects/indigenous-pandanus-toy-propellers-from-arnhem-land-1948/

The search for the hunting boomerang
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/boomerangs/the-search-for-the-hunting-boomerang/

Balls
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/balls/

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru

Burra

Wild Planet

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