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Galarrwuy Yunupingu AM (30 June 1948 – 3 April 2023), also known as James Galarrwuy Yunupingu and Dr Yunupingu, was an Indigenous Australian activist who was a leader in the Aboriginal Australian community.
Aug 8, 2023 · A critical biography of the late Aboriginal leader Galarrwuy Yunupingu, who claimed to be the founder of land rights movement and the author of the Yirrkala Bark Petitions. The article exposes his corrupt and violent past, his role in the alumina mine project, and his legacy for the Voice referendum.
Apr 3, 2023 · Yunupingu was a Gumatj clan leader from Arnhem Land who fought for land rights, recognition and empowerment for Aboriginal people. He was also a musician, a painter and a cultural ambassador who opened Australia's eyes to his people's heritage.
- Matt Garrick
Jul 3, 2023 · What did Yunupingu accomplish to deserve such acclaim? Albanese said he was the founder of the movement for Aboriginal land rights and a long-time symbol of the uncompromising persistence that was needed to win the cause. In 1978 he was made Australian of the Year for his contribution.
The former Australian of the Year and Yolngu leader writes about his life, his law and his disappointment with politics in a personal and powerful article. He argues for a different approach to reconciliation and calls for truth and unity in the future.
- Ross Turner
Jun 20, 2023 · Late Gumatj clan leader Yunupingu won a historic legal battle that could have significant implications for compensation claims across Australia. The Commonwealth is now appealing.
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Apr 3, 2023 · One of Australia's most influential Aboriginal leaders Yunupingu has died after a long illness in the Northern Territory, aged 74. Yunupingu was a trailblazer in the fight for land rights and...
