Message Stick
| Company type | Television series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television broadcasting |
| Founded | 1999 |
| Defunct | July 2012 |
| Headquarters | Australia |
Area served | Australia |
| Products | Television program |
Message Stick was an Australian TV series dedicated to exploring the cultures, lifestyles, and issues pertinent to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
History
Debuting in 1999 on ABC Television, this weekly 30-minute show presented a mix of interviews, profile features, short films, cooking demonstrations, and video excerpts. The program aired until its conclusion in July 2012.
Among its hosts were prominent personalities including Aden Ridgeway, who joined in July 2006, alongside Miriam Corowa, Rachael Maza, Kelrick Martin, Deborah Mailman, and Trisha Morton-Thomas.
Selected episodes
- "Bill's Wake" (2001) – Documents the wake organized by traditional custodian Bill Neidjie of Kakadu National Park during his lifetime.
- "Wayne’s World" (2005) – Highlights the career of actor and director Wayne Blair.
- "Stephen Hagan" (29 January 2006) – Features Aboriginal advocate and former diplomat Stephen Hagan discussing his efforts to eliminate a derogatory term from a sports stadium in Toowoomba.
- "Giving Voice" (8 November 2009) – Examines the Northern Territory National Emergency Response with contributions from Bob Randall.
- "Spinifex Man" (2009) – Focuses on the multifaceted artist Trevor Jamieson, including an interview conducted by cinematographer Allan Collins.
External links
- (Available for purchase)