Word power

Lionel Fogarty writes, arguably, the most powerful poetry of any Australian poet working today. His experimental, uncompromising and politically fuelled poetry is the embodiment of years spent in the struggle for aboriginal rights and recognition. He has endured being framed for conspiracy by the corrupt Bjelke-Petersen government and the death in custody of his brother, […]

Oodgeroo Noonuccal (Kath Walker)

Deadly Vibe Issue 90 August 2004 Calling the shots Oodgeroo Noonuccal, also known as Kath Walker, was one of the founding members of the Federal Council for the Advancement of Aborigines and Torres Strait Islanders (FCAATSI). FCAATSI was instrumental in the success of the 1967 referendum. There’s a deadly story about Oodgeroo. During the campaign […]