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Mangrove growth patterns also carry deep cultural meaning, reflecting the Islander kinship and governance structures that guide community life. In many Torres Strait communities, the way mangroves organize themselves across the shoreline is seen as a mirror of traditional leadership roles. At the seaward edge, the tall, stilt-rooted “male” mangroves stand like warriors—frontline protectors absorbing the force of tides, winds, and waves. Behind them grow the “female” mangroves

In the heart of the Torres Strait, the Northern Blue Water country of Australia, exists a sacred cultural tradition that offers one of the most profound models of ancient governance and sustainable living: the Totemic system of the Torres Strait Islanders. Far beyond being a symbolic heritage, this system represents a living environmental philosophy — one that interweaves identity, nature, and community through generations of mindful stewardship. For the Torres Strait Islande

In 2022, I created this Mono print showcased at the Northside Art Exhibition in Cairns. It reflects the significance of coral in our island reef ecosystem. Over the years, coral bleaching, a result of water temperature changes due to global warming, has impacted our reefs. Areas like Mua have felt this impact, transitioning from vibrant colors to a stark white. However, amidst this change, I witness the resilience of nature as the bleached coral areas naturally regenerate, fo

For time immemorial, the Zenadh Kes (Torres Strait) Islanders of the northern tip of Australia have lived as deeply seasonal people, guided by the rhythms of the land, sea, sky, and winds. Life in Zenadh Kes has always been shaped by an intimate understanding of seasonal cycles, where constellations, trade winds, ocean currents, and ecological signs work together as a living calendar. Islanders read the environment as a system of interconnected indicators. The flowering of pl

Coral reefs face unprecedented threats worldwide, with climate change, pollution, and overfishing pushing many ecosystems to the brink. In response, conservation groups are turning to innovative restoration methods to protect these vital marine habitats. One such effort is the Sarbie Island Coral Nursery Pilot Project, a collaborative initiative led by Totalai Land & Sea Conservation in partnership with 3 Sisters. This project aims to restore damaged coral reefs around Sarbie