Vale to a great leader, Yunupiŋu

Yunupiŋu was a great clan leader, a great family man and very much loved. I wish Australian political leaders could have learned more from him, writes Professor Marcia Langton.

6 Apr 2023 9:02

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Aboriginal elder Yunupingu with children

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Dr Yunupiŋu. Image: Courtesy Peter Eve for Yothu Yindi Foundation.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article contains names and images of deceased people. Yunupiŋu’s family have given permission for his name and images to be used.

He was a great clan leader, a great family man and very much loved by so many Australians who came into contact with him through his Garma Festival and so many other good works.

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