"Son of Mine" by Oodgeroo Noonuccal (formerly Kath Walker) conveys the enduring impacts of colonization on Aboriginal families and communities. The poem explores themes of intergenerational trauma, loss of cultural identity, and the struggle for justice. Through the portrayal of a mother's love and concern for her son, the poem highlights the challenges faced by Indigenous peoples in reclaiming and preserving their history and heritage in the face of oppression.
Oodgeroo Noonuccal. The Noonuccal comes from her tribe of the Nunukul of North Stradbroke Island.
As a symbol of commitment to her Aboriginal culture Kath Walker changed her name to Oodgeroo Noonuccal as this name introduces her as a Native American and not as a white girl.
Nunukul.Kath Walker's aboriginal name was Oodgeroo Noonuccal. The Noonuccal came from her tribe of the Nunukul of North Stradbroke Island.
Kath Walker, later known as Oodgeroo Noonuccal, grew up on North Stradbroke Island in Queensland, Australia. She was a member of the Noonuccal tribe and had a strong connection to her Aboriginal culture and heritage.
Kath Walkers aboriginal name is Oodgeroo Noonucle
Kath Walker has written: 'The dawn is at hand'
Kath Walker became famous because of how she defended her country
Yes. Kath Walker, also known as Oodgeroo Noonuccal, died in 1993.
Kath Walker, also known as Oodgeroo Noonuccal (Noonuccal was her tribe), was an indigenous Australian writer and poet.
1993
Kath Walker wrote:We are goingSon of mineUnderstand old oneMunicipal GumKabul (from the Rainbow Serpent)DreamtimeBallad of the Totems
Indigenous writer Kath Walker, also known as Oodgeroo Noonuccal, was born on Stradbroke Island, in southern Queensland's Moreton Bay.