Mysterious marks on boomerangs reveal a 'forgotten' use of this iconic Aboriginal multi-tool
- Written by: Eva Francesca Martellotta, PhD candidate in Archaeology and Human Evolution, Griffith University
Eva F. Martellotta, Author providedAlongside kangaroos and Akubra hats, boomerangs are one of the most iconic symbols of the Australian continent. They are also widely misrepresented.
Apart from hunting and fighting, boomerangs have many functions in the daily activities of Aboriginal communities, including digging, cutting, and making music.
These...
