'We're taking him home': Aboriginal stockman's remains repatriated
The remains of Aboriginal stockman Thomas Cowell, who died over 65 years ago, are being repatriated to Witjira National Park after being held at the South Australian Museum. His original gravesite was disturbed by flooding in 1966, leading to his remains being transferred to the museum. A reburial ceremony is scheduled during National Reconciliation Week, marking a significant cultural event for the community.
- ▪Thomas Cowell's remains will be reburied in Witjira National Park after being held at the SA Museum for 60 years.
- ▪His original gravesite was disturbed by flooding in 1966, prompting the transfer of his remains to the museum.
- ▪The reburial ceremony will take place during National Reconciliation Week, involving family and community members.
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Aboriginal stockman's remains repatriated from SA Museum 60 years after flooding disturbed graveTopic:Indigenous AustraliansMon 25 May 2026 at 1:43pmMon 25 May 2026 at 1:43pmMon 25 May 2026 at 1:43pmThe stockman's remains were kept at the SA Museum in Adelaide but will be reburied in Witjira National Park. (ABC News)In short:An Aboriginal stockman who died more than 65 years ago and whose original gravesite was disturbed by flooding will be reburied on Country later this week.The man's remains were transferred to the SA Museum in 1966 but, after research into his identity and life story, will be repatriated in Witjira National Park.What's next?The reburial ceremony will occur on Thursday morning, during National Reconciliation…
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