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Mamirnikuwi

Mamirnikuwi

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Documentary

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After discovering that her home on the Tiwi Islands is at risk from a huge gas project, Antonia Burke mobilises her community creating the first ever Tiwi Women’s Ranger group.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

10 mins

Rating

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Release Date

08 June 2023

Country

Australia

Cast

Antonia Burke

Antonia Burke

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