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Growing Up ... in Australia
Growing Up Torres Strait Islander in Australia: A Groundbreaking Collection of Torres Strait Islander Voices, Past and Present
A journey through Torres Strait Islander culture and identity, past and present
"My people are expert navigators, adventurers, innovators, ambassadors, teachers, storytellers, performers, strategists, chefs and advocates for change. The blood runs deep when I reflect on the past and the present and imagine what our future might look like." --Leilani Bin-Juda
What makes Zenadth Kes/Torres Strait unique? And what is it like to be a Torres Strait Islander in contemporary Australia? Growing Up Torres Strait Islander in Australia, compiled by poet and author Samantha Faulkner, showcases the distinct identity of Torres Strait Islanders through their diverse voices and journeys.
Hear from emerging and established writers from both today and the recent past, including Eddie Mabo, Thomas Mayo, Aaron Fa'Aoso, Jimi Bani, Ellie Gaffney, Jillian Boyd-Bowie and Lenora Thaker. These and many more storytellers, mentors, traditional owners, doctors and teachers from the Torres Strait share their joy, culture, good eating, lessons learned and love of family, language and Country.
Discover stories of going dugong hunting and eating mango marinated in soy sauce. The smell of sugar cane and frangipani-scented sea breeze. Family, grandmothers and canoe time. Dancing, singing, weaving hats and making furniture from bamboo. Training as a doctor and advocating for healthcare for the Torres Strait. The loneliness of being caught between two cultures. Mission life, disconnection and being evacuated to the mainland during World War II. "Is that really your mum? Why is she black?". Not being Islander enough. Working hard to reconnect to your roots, and claiming back land and culture.
A book to treasure and share, this groundbreaking collection provides a unique perspective on the Torres Strait Islander experience.
With contributions Ellen Armstrong, Tetei Bakic, Jimi Bani, Leilani Bin-Juda, Jillian Boyd-Bowie, Tahlia Bowie, Aaliyah Jade Bradbury, John Doolah, Donisha Duff, Aaron Fa'Aoso with Michelle Scott Tucker, Ellie Gaffney, Velma Gara, Jaqui Hughes, Adam Lees, Rhett Loban, Thomas Lowah, Edward Koiki Mabo with Noel Loos, Thomas Mayo, Lenora Thaker, Sorren Thomas, Ina Titasey as told to Catherine Titasey, Lockeah Wapau and Daniella Williams.
"My people are expert navigators, adventurers, innovators, ambassadors, teachers, storytellers, performers, strategists, chefs and advocates for change. The blood runs deep when I reflect on the past and the present and imagine what our future might look like." --Leilani Bin-Juda
What makes Zenadth Kes/Torres Strait unique? And what is it like to be a Torres Strait Islander in contemporary Australia? Growing Up Torres Strait Islander in Australia, compiled by poet and author Samantha Faulkner, showcases the distinct identity of Torres Strait Islanders through their diverse voices and journeys.
Hear from emerging and established writers from both today and the recent past, including Eddie Mabo, Thomas Mayo, Aaron Fa'Aoso, Jimi Bani, Ellie Gaffney, Jillian Boyd-Bowie and Lenora Thaker. These and many more storytellers, mentors, traditional owners, doctors and teachers from the Torres Strait share their joy, culture, good eating, lessons learned and love of family, language and Country.
Discover stories of going dugong hunting and eating mango marinated in soy sauce. The smell of sugar cane and frangipani-scented sea breeze. Family, grandmothers and canoe time. Dancing, singing, weaving hats and making furniture from bamboo. Training as a doctor and advocating for healthcare for the Torres Strait. The loneliness of being caught between two cultures. Mission life, disconnection and being evacuated to the mainland during World War II. "Is that really your mum? Why is she black?". Not being Islander enough. Working hard to reconnect to your roots, and claiming back land and culture.
A book to treasure and share, this groundbreaking collection provides a unique perspective on the Torres Strait Islander experience.
With contributions Ellen Armstrong, Tetei Bakic, Jimi Bani, Leilani Bin-Juda, Jillian Boyd-Bowie, Tahlia Bowie, Aaliyah Jade Bradbury, John Doolah, Donisha Duff, Aaron Fa'Aoso with Michelle Scott Tucker, Ellie Gaffney, Velma Gara, Jaqui Hughes, Adam Lees, Rhett Loban, Thomas Lowah, Edward Koiki Mabo with Noel Loos, Thomas Mayo, Lenora Thaker, Sorren Thomas, Ina Titasey as told to Catherine Titasey, Lockeah Wapau and Daniella Williams.
240 pages, Paperback
Published April 30, 2024
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About the author
Samantha Faulkner
4 booksSamantha Faulkner is a Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal woman, from Badu and Moa Islands in the Torres Strait and the Yadhaigana and Wuthathi peoples of Cape York Peninsula, Queensland. Her poetry and short stories have been published nationally and internationally, and she is the proud author of Life Blong Ali Drummond: A Life in the Torres Strait (Aboriginal Studies Press, July 2007) and editor of Pamle: Torres Strait Islanders in Canberra (2018). She also is a member of the ACT Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Network, MARION (ACT Writers) and the treasurer of First Nations Australia Writers Network and Us Mob Writing Group. In 2023, she was the Torres Strait Islander curator for the Brisbane Writers Festival.
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May 30, 2024
real rating 3.5 stars
surprisingly this is the first book that i've read from the growing up in australia series. it wasn't really what i was expecting, and read a lot like a collection of biographies rather than a collection of personal reflections. i definitely learnt a lot about torres strait islander culture though!
surprisingly this is the first book that i've read from the growing up in australia series. it wasn't really what i was expecting, and read a lot like a collection of biographies rather than a collection of personal reflections. i definitely learnt a lot about torres strait islander culture though!
August 2, 2025
2025: I first listened to this in the middle of 2024 but realized pretty quickly I was not actually absorbing what it contained? That entire week was a blur, so I just decided to try again in the new year and see if my opinion changed. It did not - even if I am glad I gave it a second try.
Its synopsis very much tells what this anthology is all about. 23 authors were included and it features both pieces written for this book and excerpts from other titles. It does an excellent job of painting you a picture what it was/is like growing up Torres Strait when few Australians, let alone the rest of the world, even know where that is or what that means.
Most of the pieces are very short, only a few pages/minutes each. I often felt they could have done a little more content-wise if they had a big more space [there does not seem to be a low limit as other pieces are significantly longer] – it’s not that the stories were exactly the same but ultimately very similar and neither style of content were distinct enough to keep them apart. More space could have allowed them to go into more details and explore avenues that they might not have time for otherwise.
I am also not a big of the excerpts of larger works; the books mentioned piqued my interest, but I ultimately felt they read as incomplete and not made to be part of an essay anthology. You could tell there was no proper beginning or end for them. They technically fit the theme whilst standing apart from the other pieces. But just like with the disability anthology of this series,Growing Up Disabled in Australia, I liked that they included older voices and generations.
Ultimately, this was just an okay experience. I enjoyed a few pieces but not enough to give it higher rating – but now I have a starting point of where to look for more Torres Strait writers.
And sadly, this was lacking in intersectional perspectives. Food is a big theme in several of the stories but fat bodies are not discussed. Family, legacy, and children are another common refrain, yet queer identities and non-heteronormative family units are not discussed. Disability is not mentioned. Or Torres Strait Islanders who are not living in Australia anymore - as we become more global and living abroad/emigration is more achievable, I am always interested to here from those who are geographically removed/cannot visit easily anymore.
I loved that a few people talked about their faith, though, both Christian and Indigenous beliefs.
The strongest pieces for me were:
Together, Our Differences Make Us Strong by Thomas Mayo | ★★★★✩
A personal account of his work and personal life, and the importance of activism work, from unionizing to strikes, generally standing up for your rights.
The Smell of Sugar Cane by Aaron Fa’Aoso with Michelle Scott Tucker | ★★★★✩
A personal account of his childhood – heavily features physical punishment and was hard to listen to it at times but aso powerful.
One Culture by Rhett Loban | ★★★★✩
Growing up on the mainland and Malay Archipelago influences in death and mourning practices. Beautiful.
The Ties That Bind by Adam C. Lees | ★★★★✩
A “bad” Torres Strait islander – a different take on perceptions and the problem with stereotypes. But also about his family and migration history.
A few others were interesting even if they didn’t not stand out otherwise:
Q&A with Jimi Bani | ★★★✩✩
An interview with actor Bani about his work and how it connects with with Torres Strait identity. Loved the different medium and media but wanted even more details.
Edward Koiki Mabo: His Life and Struggle for Land Rights by Noel Loos and Eddie Koiki Mabo | ★★★✩✩
A poem with commentary at the end and an excerpt of the autobiography at the end. The poem itself was fine but on audio, it was harder to follow as you could not look up the meaning of all the untranslated words immediately – again bringing questions to mind as to who is the intended audience and the constant struggle of biliigualism in terms of translation.
I don’t really feel the exercpt was was a good pick; it gave a little insight into Mabo’s childhood but it was missing something.
My Father, Francis ‘The Hatman’ Wapau – Master Weaver by Lockeah Wapau | ★★★✩✩
About being raised in the culture, the creating of weaving and wears, cultural jobs, hiding (illegal) hunting from the locals. The life and death of his father, it reads like a love letter, both about his memories and what else is left behind.
Eded Mer (My Life) by Thomas Lowah (excerpt formerly published in 1988)
A lot of discussion about family and community dynamics surrounding marriage, celebration and party games.
Complexion by Sorren Thomas |
A longer piece about racism, adversity, as well as the nonexistent knowlegde other people have about your life and culture. Makes some interesting points how people first seem to only have negative assumptions
The rest were all three stars for me and cover a variety of themes but generally sound the same. From what shapes your identity (practice, physical looks, family, childhood home, food) over rituals to to social and political activism. Perceptions (self and outsider) also was a recurring theme. Having knowledge and practices passed on and passing them on yourself in the changing contemporary landscape.
Coconut-Oil Chronicles by Lenora Thaker
Ina’s Story: The Memoir of a Torres Strait Islander Woman Ina Titasey as told to Catherine Titasey (excerpt, formerly published in 2012)
The Other Indigenous Australians by Donisha Duff
A Torres Strait Islander Mainland Story by John Doolah
My Link to the Torres Strait by Velma Gara
Cultured Pearl by Jillian Boyd-Bowie
My Island Home and Away by Ellen Armstrong
Lessons from My Grandmother: A Window to the World by Leilani Bin-Juda (excerpt)
Duality by Aaliyah-Jade Bradbury
Do Your Best, Never Give Up by Tetei Bakic-Tapim
The Learning Time by Ellie Gaffney
Two Different Worlds by Tahlia Bowie
The Big Wongai Tree by Daniella Williams
Thriving Spaces by Jaqui Hughes
Its synopsis very much tells what this anthology is all about. 23 authors were included and it features both pieces written for this book and excerpts from other titles. It does an excellent job of painting you a picture what it was/is like growing up Torres Strait when few Australians, let alone the rest of the world, even know where that is or what that means.
Most of the pieces are very short, only a few pages/minutes each. I often felt they could have done a little more content-wise if they had a big more space [there does not seem to be a low limit as other pieces are significantly longer] – it’s not that the stories were exactly the same but ultimately very similar and neither style of content were distinct enough to keep them apart. More space could have allowed them to go into more details and explore avenues that they might not have time for otherwise.
I am also not a big of the excerpts of larger works; the books mentioned piqued my interest, but I ultimately felt they read as incomplete and not made to be part of an essay anthology. You could tell there was no proper beginning or end for them. They technically fit the theme whilst standing apart from the other pieces. But just like with the disability anthology of this series,Growing Up Disabled in Australia, I liked that they included older voices and generations.
Ultimately, this was just an okay experience. I enjoyed a few pieces but not enough to give it higher rating – but now I have a starting point of where to look for more Torres Strait writers.
And sadly, this was lacking in intersectional perspectives. Food is a big theme in several of the stories but fat bodies are not discussed. Family, legacy, and children are another common refrain, yet queer identities and non-heteronormative family units are not discussed. Disability is not mentioned. Or Torres Strait Islanders who are not living in Australia anymore - as we become more global and living abroad/emigration is more achievable, I am always interested to here from those who are geographically removed/cannot visit easily anymore.
I loved that a few people talked about their faith, though, both Christian and Indigenous beliefs.
The strongest pieces for me were:
Together, Our Differences Make Us Strong by Thomas Mayo | ★★★★✩
A personal account of his work and personal life, and the importance of activism work, from unionizing to strikes, generally standing up for your rights.
The Smell of Sugar Cane by Aaron Fa’Aoso with Michelle Scott Tucker | ★★★★✩
A personal account of his childhood – heavily features physical punishment and was hard to listen to it at times but aso powerful.
One Culture by Rhett Loban | ★★★★✩
Growing up on the mainland and Malay Archipelago influences in death and mourning practices. Beautiful.
The Ties That Bind by Adam C. Lees | ★★★★✩
A “bad” Torres Strait islander – a different take on perceptions and the problem with stereotypes. But also about his family and migration history.
A few others were interesting even if they didn’t not stand out otherwise:
Q&A with Jimi Bani | ★★★✩✩
An interview with actor Bani about his work and how it connects with with Torres Strait identity. Loved the different medium and media but wanted even more details.
Edward Koiki Mabo: His Life and Struggle for Land Rights by Noel Loos and Eddie Koiki Mabo | ★★★✩✩
A poem with commentary at the end and an excerpt of the autobiography at the end. The poem itself was fine but on audio, it was harder to follow as you could not look up the meaning of all the untranslated words immediately – again bringing questions to mind as to who is the intended audience and the constant struggle of biliigualism in terms of translation.
I don’t really feel the exercpt was was a good pick; it gave a little insight into Mabo’s childhood but it was missing something.
My Father, Francis ‘The Hatman’ Wapau – Master Weaver by Lockeah Wapau | ★★★✩✩
About being raised in the culture, the creating of weaving and wears, cultural jobs, hiding (illegal) hunting from the locals. The life and death of his father, it reads like a love letter, both about his memories and what else is left behind.
Eded Mer (My Life) by Thomas Lowah (excerpt formerly published in 1988)
A lot of discussion about family and community dynamics surrounding marriage, celebration and party games.
Complexion by Sorren Thomas |
A longer piece about racism, adversity, as well as the nonexistent knowlegde other people have about your life and culture. Makes some interesting points how people first seem to only have negative assumptions
The rest were all three stars for me and cover a variety of themes but generally sound the same. From what shapes your identity (practice, physical looks, family, childhood home, food) over rituals to to social and political activism. Perceptions (self and outsider) also was a recurring theme. Having knowledge and practices passed on and passing them on yourself in the changing contemporary landscape.
Coconut-Oil Chronicles by Lenora Thaker
Ina’s Story: The Memoir of a Torres Strait Islander Woman Ina Titasey as told to Catherine Titasey (excerpt, formerly published in 2012)
The Other Indigenous Australians by Donisha Duff
A Torres Strait Islander Mainland Story by John Doolah
My Link to the Torres Strait by Velma Gara
Cultured Pearl by Jillian Boyd-Bowie
My Island Home and Away by Ellen Armstrong
Lessons from My Grandmother: A Window to the World by Leilani Bin-Juda (excerpt)
Duality by Aaliyah-Jade Bradbury
Do Your Best, Never Give Up by Tetei Bakic-Tapim
The Learning Time by Ellie Gaffney
Two Different Worlds by Tahlia Bowie
The Big Wongai Tree by Daniella Williams
Thriving Spaces by Jaqui Hughes
February 28, 2025
Très belle lecture, le genre qui n'aurait jamais atterri sous mes doigts si je ne m'étais pas retrouvée à l'autre bout du monde. Ça éveille les consciences, ça évoque l'injustice, celle qui implique d'abandonner sa culture et les siens pour la promesse d'un avenir meilleur. Une violence interposée à saveur de réussite, qui blesse et qui reste. En tant que québ, ce récit me motive certainement à faire et comprendre mieux pour ces peuples qui avait bien avant moi le Québec pour maison.
J'ai donné un quatre simplement parce que certains textes étaient très personnels, en restant tout de même en surface (cheminement professionnel, récits de transfuges de classe, etc.). J'ai compris la direction de certain.e.s contributeurs.trices, mais ça m'a moins touché.
J'ai donné un quatre simplement parce que certains textes étaient très personnels, en restant tout de même en surface (cheminement professionnel, récits de transfuges de classe, etc.). J'ai compris la direction de certain.e.s contributeurs.trices, mais ça m'a moins touché.
October 28, 2025
Growing Up Torres Strait Islander in Australia edited by Samantha Faulkner
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Genre: non-fiction - anthologies, Torres Strait Islands, culture and society
Does the blurb reflect the plot: yes, it’s the perfect description of what you can expect to read about.
Sum it up: In this short but must read anthology, Torres Strait Islander (‘TSI’) poet and author Faulkner brings together twenty four stories of what it is like to be a TSI person in contemporary Australia from the perspective of authors, actors, activists, artists and those seeking to preserve their TSI culture to name but a few. I was drawn to this book as there is so little in the way of memoirs and story telling about TSI people, despite the recent and long overdue publication of books about Aboriginal people. With that in mind, I purposely chose the audio book to ‘read’ as I wanted to hear the contributors stories first hand, and I’m glad I did as the variety of emotions from laughter to the grief of sorry business and everything in between meant that every chapter was of interest to me and there wasn’t a single one I skipped. An anthology that is both engaging and educational, it’s a highly recommended read/listen from me.
Who should read it: everyone, but particularly those enjoys anthologies and learning about/expanding their cultural horizons.
To play along with my book bingo and to see what else I’m reading, go to #ktbookbingo or @peggyanne_readsandruns on Instagram.
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Genre: non-fiction - anthologies, Torres Strait Islands, culture and society
Does the blurb reflect the plot: yes, it’s the perfect description of what you can expect to read about.
Sum it up: In this short but must read anthology, Torres Strait Islander (‘TSI’) poet and author Faulkner brings together twenty four stories of what it is like to be a TSI person in contemporary Australia from the perspective of authors, actors, activists, artists and those seeking to preserve their TSI culture to name but a few. I was drawn to this book as there is so little in the way of memoirs and story telling about TSI people, despite the recent and long overdue publication of books about Aboriginal people. With that in mind, I purposely chose the audio book to ‘read’ as I wanted to hear the contributors stories first hand, and I’m glad I did as the variety of emotions from laughter to the grief of sorry business and everything in between meant that every chapter was of interest to me and there wasn’t a single one I skipped. An anthology that is both engaging and educational, it’s a highly recommended read/listen from me.
Who should read it: everyone, but particularly those enjoys anthologies and learning about/expanding their cultural horizons.
To play along with my book bingo and to see what else I’m reading, go to #ktbookbingo or @peggyanne_readsandruns on Instagram.
August 15, 2024
Very good but felt far too short. It felt like more intersectional and contemporary stories were missing. In particular, I was surprised to find no discussions of queer Torres Strait Islander experiences given the long and rich history.
December 5, 2025
This is the second book I’ve read from the Growing Up in Australia series (after Growing Up Aboriginal), and like its predecessor, it offers a heartfelt, vibrant, and often confronting window into diverse First Nations experiences—this time centring Torres Strait Islander voices.
Through essays, reflections, and personal narratives, contributors speak to culture, family, identity, racism, resilience, and joy. There are moments of warmth and humour—dugong hunts, mangoes soaked in soy sauce, the frangipani-scented breeze—and others that delve into the pain of disconnection, discrimination, and the struggle to feel “Islander enough.”
I loved the sensory details and the deep cultural pride woven through these stories. Voices like Eddie Mabo, Leilani Bin-Juda, and Thomas Mayo remind us of the immense contribution Torres Strait Islanders have made—and continue to make—to Australia’s social and political fabric.
That said, I did find myself wanting more from the collection. The absence of explicitly queer or intersectional voices felt like a missed opportunity in an anthology that otherwise celebrates diversity so powerfully. There’s space, I think, for an even broader spectrum of identities within these narratives.
Still, this is a valuable read—educational, emotive, and an important part of understanding the multifaceted identity of Zenadth Kes and its people. A great starting point for readers wanting to learn more about Torres Strait Islander culture from the voices who live and breathe it.
Through essays, reflections, and personal narratives, contributors speak to culture, family, identity, racism, resilience, and joy. There are moments of warmth and humour—dugong hunts, mangoes soaked in soy sauce, the frangipani-scented breeze—and others that delve into the pain of disconnection, discrimination, and the struggle to feel “Islander enough.”
I loved the sensory details and the deep cultural pride woven through these stories. Voices like Eddie Mabo, Leilani Bin-Juda, and Thomas Mayo remind us of the immense contribution Torres Strait Islanders have made—and continue to make—to Australia’s social and political fabric.
That said, I did find myself wanting more from the collection. The absence of explicitly queer or intersectional voices felt like a missed opportunity in an anthology that otherwise celebrates diversity so powerfully. There’s space, I think, for an even broader spectrum of identities within these narratives.
Still, this is a valuable read—educational, emotive, and an important part of understanding the multifaceted identity of Zenadth Kes and its people. A great starting point for readers wanting to learn more about Torres Strait Islander culture from the voices who live and breathe it.
June 24, 2024
really enjoyed this collection! especially loved the variety - including older stories that were republished, and a mix of island/mainland life etc. - really interesting to see the diversity of experiences, especially in the 'slice of life' stories. as the authors noted, i know very little about the torres strait islands/islanders and this was a great starting point to learn more
some things i really found interesting: the solidarity between MUA and first nations peoples, life on the islands, reasons so many migrated to the mainland, the food and other cultural traditions, the different ways the authors try and reconnect with culture/community
some things i really found interesting: the solidarity between MUA and first nations peoples, life on the islands, reasons so many migrated to the mainland, the food and other cultural traditions, the different ways the authors try and reconnect with culture/community
August 3, 2024
I love this series, “growing up …in Australia” as it so reasonably presents such a variety of stories, each one authentic and different so really challenges stereotypes so effectively and, as Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie explains, avoids the danger of a single story. The affection and strength of living a Torres Strait identity colts out so strongly, makes me want to sit under a coconut tree listening to stories, laughing and singing and having a right ol time of it. Wonderful
December 10, 2024
3.75 stars for a touching and insightful look at our history
This was a really interesting read and taught me a lot. I think we can live in our own bubble of what we know, so it’s nice to hear different people’s experiences and stories. It’s also heartbreaking to hear the way some people are treated by others.
I chose the audio version and I felt this added something really special.
This was a really interesting read and taught me a lot. I think we can live in our own bubble of what we know, so it’s nice to hear different people’s experiences and stories. It’s also heartbreaking to hear the way some people are treated by others.
I chose the audio version and I felt this added something really special.
October 7, 2024
Such an insight into the unique TSI culture that I never knew - so much influence from Malaysia in their cooking from all the trading and interactions between the two cultures over time which is entirely fascinating.
July 3, 2025
Next week is NAIDOC week. I chose to read his book as I am the first to admit that I know very little about my TSI neighbours. I really enjoyed this book, learnt a lot and feel like I’ve come away with a heathy fascination to now learn more. Thank you to all the contributors to this book.
June 9, 2024
Beautiful collection of stories. Being Torres Strait Islander and growing up on the mainland of Australia I was delighted to hear similar stories to my own. Relatable, empowering and inspiring.
August 3, 2024
Words can never express the importance of reading own voices books.
I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to read and listen to this.
A must read for all.
I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to read and listen to this.
A must read for all.
August 15, 2024
So insightful and wonderful, such a glittering insight into a culture many Australians know little about.
August 20, 2024
insightful reading. learnt a lot. audiobook
February 8, 2025
Like all story collections, I liked some more than others. There were some really great ones and interesting bits from old published writings too.
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November 27, 2025
Very illuminating about what it is like to grow up Torres Strait Islander in Australia.
November 15, 2024
One of my favourites in this series, I cherished the opportunity to read a book specifically about Torres Strait Islanders. Some of the stories/essays were a little dry, but most were illuminating and showed me just how little I know about this place and culture.
July 12, 2024
Damnnn I want to sit on a hot beach eating mango and coconut and dugong right now.
Beautiful collection of stories and essays, speeches and poetry. Learnt a lot about Torres Strait culture and experiences.
Also got increasingly frustrated at the 0-5 degree Melbourne winter days I read this on down here in Naarm, rather than sitting on a tropical beach on Masig Island.
Beautiful collection of stories and essays, speeches and poetry. Learnt a lot about Torres Strait culture and experiences.
Also got increasingly frustrated at the 0-5 degree Melbourne winter days I read this on down here in Naarm, rather than sitting on a tropical beach on Masig Island.
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