Poppy Harry Mundine Walker
Our Elders

Poppy Harry Mundine Walker

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Poppy Harry Mundine Walker was born near the big bridge at Tabulum at a place remembered as the Big House. His story holds memories of Tabulum, family, old camps, language, hardship, spirituality and the cultural importance of land and community places.

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In their own words

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“For to listen is to learn and to learn is to listen.”

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He speaks about learning by being around the old people, listening to stories and songs, and the need for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people to listen to one another with respect and understanding.

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This page presents a short excerpt and overview from the original Our Way Stories book. The full story remains in the book.