Vincent Lingiari

Vincent Lingiari AM (1908 – 21 January 1988), was an Aboriginal rights activist. Lingiari was a member of the Gurindji people. In his earlier life he worked as a stockman at Wave Hill Cattle Station. He also played the didgeridoo. Vincent was elected and became the leader of the Gurundji communities in August 1966.

Read more about Vincent Lingiari:  Wave Hill Walk-Off, Land Rights Act and Handback, Vincent's Legacy

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