Artwork From The Torch – Issue No. 21
'The Blue Walk', Hayley S, Gunaikurnai people, 2025, acrylic on canvas
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Mob
This is a story of Mob that walked from one end of this river to the other end, only stopping for food and water. The hands represent no hitting and violence, and for food and dancing only. The seven water holes represent where we got our water and the seven sisters.
Feathers Of My Family
By Sweeney
Gunditjmara people
2025
This artwork represents my totem. Coming to jail has taught me more about my culture and the spiritual ways that we follow. When I paint, it takes me away from jail and that’s why I paint. My totem is my background, and I love who I am, Koori. Always Was Always Will Be.
Date Published
April 9, 2026
By About Time
A number of pieces of art by First Nations who are incarcerated in Canberra, or have previously been, are on display for the public as part of a new exhibition.
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By Indigenous Consumer Assistance Network (ICAN)
Something as simple as having a photo ID can have a profound impact.
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By Rethinking Criminal Record Checks
If you apply for a job, you might be told to complete a criminal record check. This provides a document summarising any criminal history that can then be given to a potential employer.
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By Boom Gate Gallery
Most of the art featured at Boom Gate Gallery is made at Long Bay Gaol, with some coming from other prisons in NSW.
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