Height
5 meters
Year Built
2005
Address
Maryborough, QLD 4650
The Lowdown
The Big Aboriginal Warrior in Maryborough stands as a powerful tribute to Australia's First Nations peoples and their enduring culture. This impressive sculpture depicts a warrior in traditional pose, honoring the Indigenous Australians who have called this land home for over 65,000 years. Maryborough, located in the Wide Bay-Burnett region, is part of the traditional lands of the Butchulla people. The Big Aboriginal Warrior serves as a reminder of the deep cultural heritage that predates European settlement and continues to enrich Australian society today.
Did you know?
"Indigenous Australians have the world's oldest continuous culture"
History
The Big Aboriginal Warrior was installed to acknowledge and honor the traditional owners of the land and the broader First Nations heritage of Australia. It serves as an important reminder of the deep cultural history that enriches the region.
More Fun Facts
- •Indigenous Australians have the world's oldest continuous culture
- •Aboriginal peoples have lived in Australia for over 65,000 years
- •Maryborough is on the traditional lands of the Butchulla people
- •Indigenous Australians spoke over 250 distinct languages
- •Maryborough is also famous as Mary Poppins' birthplace (P.L. Travers)
Visiting Tips
- 💡Learn about local Aboriginal history at the Gatakers Artspace
- 💡Maryborough has beautiful heritage buildings worth exploring
- 💡K'gari (Fraser Island) is nearby and has significant Aboriginal heritage
- 💡Visit the Mary Poppins statue while in town
- 💡The Bond Store Museum has local history exhibits
Opening Hours
Outdoor sculpture accessible at all times.
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