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The Return of the Gweagal Spears

Join us for The Return of the Gweagal Spears documentary, which tells the story of the long-awaited homecoming of four of the most significant fishing spears in Australian history.
  • 9th July 2026 from 6:00PM - 7:30PM
  • Ritz Cinemas
  • Free
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Ngindayangil gweagalgulli gamaiwalawanhung ngura - We brought the Gweagal Spears home

The Return of the Gweagal Spears documentary tells the story of the long-awaited homecoming of four of the most significant fishing spears in Australian history. Crafted by Gweagal clansmen of Gamay (Botany Bay), the spears were taken by James Cook and the crew of the Endeavour in April 1770 and held in the United Kingdom for 254 years. This documentary follows the ongoing efforts of their descendants, who have fought for generations to bring them home.
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Following the screening, join us for a panel discussion featuring Noeleen Timbery, Clare Wooley, and Quaiden Williams-Riley, who will share insights and reflections on the journey and significance of the return.


All are welcome to attend.



Program Times


Screening | 6.00-7.00pm


Panel Discussion | 7.00-7.30pm



Photography & Video Recordings


Your attendance at this event may be digitally recorded through photographs and/or video recordings. Images may be used for promotional purposes on council's websites, publications and social media. By attending this session you agree to these terms. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify staff before the event.

Presented by Randwick Council and Gujaga Foundation

 

 

Here, stories meet and culture continues. LaPa sits atop a living headland, on Country that belongs to the Aboriginal people of Botany Bay.

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  • naggangbi

    Hello/Greetings.
  • guriwaldha

    We are here at La Perouse.
  • ngalamanjang nhay

    This country belongs
  • gamaygalgulli

    to the Aboriginal people
  • nguranung

    of Botany Bay.