Stories from Kimberley

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The Kimberley region is a unique place and full of creative people. Here are some of their stories

28 Aug 2022

The Shinju Matsuri Festival 2022 is the biggest one since it commenced, according to one of the speakers at the opening and one of the most anticipated after three years of the pandemic.

20 Aug 2022

Shinju Matsuri is one of the major events in Broome Western Australia that we have been to. It means "Festival of the Pearl" as Broome itself has a very strong history in pearling industry and the Japanese divers. The festival is going on for 16 days during August and early September.

18 Aug 2022

Hi, I’m Lucy. I am a young self-taught artist based in Broome, Western Australia. Ever since I was little I have been sketching, drawing, painting and have always been very interested in my surroundings. Especially animals catch my attention and inspire me. 

19 May 2022

Wangki Yupurnanupurru Radio was developed in the late eighties. Elders and the community, seeing the fast growth of media technology, decided to create a local radio station to service the needs of local people.

19 May 2022

Broome Historic Walking Tour is led by Racounter, Wil Thomas, whose passion for Broome's history began in the mid 90's whilst researching the rich tapestry of Broome's past.

19 May 2022

Hello! I’m Anna Hastie.

18 May 2022

A well-known Broome icon, Willie is a 67-foot gaff-rigged schooner, a faithful reproduction of a traditional pearl lugger from the early 1900s.

01 May 2022

In the Kimberley, our communities currently face major challenges that can prevent our young people living full and rewarding lives.

18 Apr 2022

Black Stump is a contemporary Gallery dedicated to bringing you unique and beautiful artworks inspired by the Kimberley.

18 Apr 2022

Carlie grew up in the small township of Broome in far-north Western Australia. Inspired by the amazing natural beauty of her surroundings, she looked to drawing as her creative outlet.