​​The Cockatoo Sisters and the Magic Digging Stick

Year – 2021

Story from – Nyikina community

Filmed on – Nyikina Country

Told by – Dr Anne Poelina

Directed by – Marlikka Perdrisat

This story is told by Nyikina Warrwa woman, Dr Anne Poelina. It tells the story of two very different sisters, Walibun and Yaranari, who have the responsibility of caring for their grandfather. Yoongoorrookoo, the serpent man, watches the two sisters, noticing that one sister is selfless, the other selfish. This story is about the importance of fairness and responsibilities in family as well as how actions have consequences.

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​​The Cockatoo Sisters and the Magic Digging Stick

Year

2021

Filmed on

Nyikina Country

Country

Nyikina community

Told by

Dr Anne Poelina

Directed

Marlikka Perdrisat

A long time ago, Baayami (the Creator) sent the Rainbow Serpent to Earth. The serpent was tasked with giving us all the colours of the world. Its massive body gave us the valleys and the rivers, allowing life to flourish here on Earth.

2021

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