Thomas - We Didn’t Need Anything ===
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Your house didn't leak or nothing? No, not, yeah. Good. What was your name? Sorry, brother Thomas. Thomas. Thomas The Tank. Ah, I'm Ben. And you are Margaret. Margaret. And you. You are lovely to meet you Venus. And like, um, yeah. So did you, they were given out, um, beds as well as part of the storm. Did you get a new bed?
Uh, nah. Gotcha. Nah, we was pretty stable, so Yeah. We didn't ask for anything from the government. Yeah, we just, you were, I was at working in and had Oh, yeah. Money on you all the time. So. What was it like for you though? Was it scary or All right? Having a little kid with the storm? Um, I've been enjoyed. Yeah.
I mean, I've been around since all the cyclones. Yeah, cyclones. Yeah. Yeah, yeah, yeah. I'm taking some photos too, people. Do you want a photo if I can send you Sure. Yeah. [00:01:00] Yeah. Okay. How do you want it? Back here, like sitting down. Yep. So it Alright to be in the middle? Of course. Move my bag done. Good.
All right, you ready? A This is awesome,
Margaret.
Look at this. Wow. It's fancy, eh? Fancy. I'll send it to you. How can I send it? Um, text it or email? Email. Oh, really? Um, Fullerton, can you put it in? Yep. It's, it's where you, it's gone.
Elders Group
Palm Island, Queensland, Australia
The Elders Group, guided by Ben, serves as a vibrant conduit for preserving and sharing the profound stories of Australia's Indigenous communities. Rooted in the rich tapestry of places like Palm Island, Calcadun country, and beyond, Ben's journey is defined by heartfelt yarning sessions with elders like Ethel and Frank, capturing the essence of life through storms and celebrations. His collaborations with the Elders Justice Group and on projects like Orange Sky weave together narratives that reveal the nuanced, dynamic lives of these communities, aiming to create publications that reflect their resilience and wisdom. Engaged deeply in the art of storytelling, the group is dedicated to illuminating the myriad voices and experiences that shape their world, fostering understanding across Australia.
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