AWW21 Truganini - Ian Anderson and Cassandra Pybus
Liberated from the tropes of tragedy that have dominated previous accounts, Cassandra Pybus\u2019 biography of Nuenonne woman Truganini finally does justice to this remarkable woman. Posthumously and falsely named \u201cthe Last Tasmanian Aboriginal\u201d, Truganini is revealed to be a woman of great strength, resilience and agency, a renowned swimmer, nimble negotiator, lover of nature and children, and master of adaptation. Inspired by her own family\u2019s connection to Nuenonne country, Cassandra is joined by Ian Anderson to discuss Truganini\u2019s life and legacy.
\nChaired by Natasha Cica