I think I migh've been there I think I might have visited that sight when I was in Australia. I took a guided tour there. Unfortunately, the strongest memory of that tour is that the guide was in a bad mood. He was quite rude and unprofessional and for some reason he took a dislike of me. /Ake
thanks for the history lesson Really appreciate your providing some of the details as they relate to the indigenous peoples of Australia - it seems very unfortunate that many countries can relay similar histories. I do hope that the YES vote prevails on Oct 14th. Will be watching to hear the results.
thanks for the history lesson Thank you again Janice. A sobering blog but our Referendum this coming Saturday may define us as a Nation. I at least will vote "YES" with my head held high.
Proud of you for 'Yes' Canada woke up in recent years discovering the unmarked Graves of indigenous children taken away from the catholic schools. A 'Yes' vote on 14 October 2023 and towards the truth and reconciliation is the minimum that we can do to free from our misdeeds in the past....
Proud of you for 'Yes' Thank you Tab and greetings to you in Canada. The comparisons with Canada's embrace of Treaty with the indigenous is often referred to in Oz, but the resistance here is unfortunately strong. As an immigrant country there is a perception that there be no separate rights for our indigenous but that ignores that they were living in our vast land for thousands of years before the first English settlement in 1788. We heard with sadness of the finding of mass graves you refer to. Our First Nations peoples regard truth-telling of the atrocities of the past is a necessary step in reconciliation. I have referred to some of our dark history as I believe albeit it is horrifying, it must be acknowledged.
another impressive entry As always, enjoy the photos and your interesting write-ups. You definitely find some interesting ways to decide on where to travel next - think you win the prize on it being a tennis match. You sure do find great ways to travel around an area once you get there as well - enjoyed seeing parts of the country that not many see as it is "off the beaten track" - wonderful indeed - thanks as always for sharing
another impressive entry Thank you for reading and commenting Janice. Not sure where your sailing craft has you in England or Turkey or between but great to hear from you. This is a blog from the heart...a call for humanity to prevail.
Yes, is the only right answer But in this day and age, reasonable or right, is under fire. Misinformation, disinformation, confusion, ruthless politicians who seek to gain power, by turning something that would normally never have become an issue, into something polarizing, in order to garner votes or attention. It's not just an Australian problem. It's happening everywhere. Scaremongering is big business these days, and fear has always been a powerful ally of those who wish to gain power. Fear of change, fear of the unknown. I suspect, that the nay voice will win, not because most Australians are racist, or even against the idea, but because the no campaign has successfully managed to hijack the agenda and grotesquely distorted what it's about, using the all powerful tool of fear.
What will the world think? Don't worry, the world's attention span is pretty short. Before long the world will have forgotten about the whole thing, because the next pressing issue has pushed itself into the foreground. Remember, there is war in Ukraine, fighting in Israel, forgotten conflicts in Yemen, Sudan, Somalia and most of the Sahel, right wing, pro-Russian party's are gaining ground in Europe, migrant crises, poor old Afghanistan which nobody cares about anymore, Haiti, border walls in the U.S.... the list is endless. I haven't even mentioned China and Taiwan.
Best to concentrate on the good. Broome is nice! And you are doing what is right! That's what counts.
Yes, is the only right answer Wow Ralf. Your comment from the Netherlands confirms the World is watching as you set out the particles of smog that have highjacked the Yes #23 debate so succinctly. Yet I have no doubt what the World will say, if Australia votes "Nay", and that concerns me. Do the majority of Australians care? The polls seem to indicate they do not! Is it indicative of another pandemic? Your observations seem to indicate the World is in the grip of one! I keep my fingers crossed that Australia can survive this one.
#Yes23 Wow dancer that was a confronting read & so beautifully enunciated - I have read the Uluru Statement from the Heart & am compelled to walk forward together with my indigenous brothers & sisters & it’s a privilege to do so.
#Yes23 Thank you my love. And thank you for weathering the flying red herrings of misinformation...and devoting your time for what is so obviously right.
I have heard a bit about the upcoming election to give aboriginals say in legislation affeting them. Thanks for clarifying the issue. I hope that the YES vote will prevail. And Broome sounds interesting.
I have heard a bit about the upcoming election to give aboriginals say in legislation affeting them. Thank you for your support, Bob. I know the World is watching and am not surprised that you in USA are aware of it. It really concerns me what will the World say, if Oz votes "Nay". How will Australia be able to comment on humanitarian issues in other countries if we lack empathy for our own indigenous people? Shortly we will find out!
That's awesome I am not one to read or absorb myself on my mobile phone while travelling, Ake. I look out the window and watch the world go by. We followed roads into the remote Kimberley that had only months before had been covered by annual floodwaters from the wet season that were now dusty or rattled my bones through sparse scrub to forests. This pic is entering a pandanus palm and gum forest that fortunately I was able to capture in focus. Very different to your lush deciduous Swedish forests but my pleasure to present pics from this remote corner of the sunburnt country I call home. Thanks for commenting.
Good split-second choice... I only cruise when there is no land alternative. It looks like you had an great adventure with like minded people! In my case, we just booked a 14 day Caribbean cruise to 14 island countries which will allow me to reach my goal of visiting 100 countries...and also decide which island we would like to visit for a week or two. It is kind of a belated 50th anniversary event. And thanks for your mention of our times together...hopefully to be repeated someday!
Good split-second choice... We well remember our times together Bob, and only thanks to Travelblog would they have been possible. You are approaching 100 countries, but my greatest admiration was you walking the Camino after twisting your ankle, on virtually one leg!!! I hope my Kimberley tales take you to places that dreams are made of.
Your Australian adventure sounds captivating! Nice to hear from you Tel U. I hope this blog has given you a taste and may my further Kimberley blogs be what you are hoping for.
Your fans have missed your blogging! Great travel memories and experiences can never be taken and continue to shape our view of this wonderful world, The sky offers the world such beautiful colors and the rock art speaks to us of times gone past. Thanks for the music. MJ
Your fans have missed your blogging! 'Tis a while I know MJ...but Dangerous Dave & you scored a mention in this blog so I have not forgotten we planned and met at a music festival somewhere in the World and the music keeps us going. The track in this blog has the Pigram Brothers from Broome on guitar. I'll feature more indigenous artists in forthcoming blogs as the Kimberley has breathed their culture and an appreciation of country that has touched my soul.
Walking down the memory Lane! Really Dave, what part of the world haven't you touched yet! Love the reminiscence of your never ending journey in this planet. So, it was the tennis match or Rafa - what really prompted you to take a trip to Kimberly valley? Great photos...my favourite ones are "Our First Sunrise on the Trail" and the reflections of "Magnificent Sunsets". And lucky you...must be a memorable trip with lots of like-minded crowd. Last but not the least, I would have loved to take a drive down the dusty Gibb River Road - my type of wilderness thrill. There is a saying "You either make dust or eat dust". On Gibb River Road, I guess it is both...LOL! “Pulvis et umbra sumus. (We are but dust and shadow.)”
Walking down the memory Lane! Thank you for spending the time to comment, Tab. And so eloquently written...well done! I hear your Alberta is suffering wildfires so thinking of you. How do I start my blogs of the most ancient landscapes on the planet but by reminiscing, as I have? How do I capture the colours, the dust, dark history, amazing rock and modern indigenous art, corrugated Kimberley massages, the joy of swimming under waterfalls and in remote waterholes, flying, camaraderie, campfires, sleeping under the stars, and getting out of there minutes before it flooded again?
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I think I might have visited that sight when I was in Australia. I took a guided tour there. Unfortunately, the strongest memory of that tour is that the guide was in a bad mood. He was quite rude and unprofessional and for some reason he took a dislike of me. /Ake