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Reflections at Garma on how the Kumanjayi Little Baby case became a symbol of unity

Reflections at Garma on how the Kumanjayi Little Baby case became a symbol of unity2. Aug.8 Min.

The theme at this year's Garma festival is Bukmak, which means everyone in Yolngu language — an expression of unity and a celebration of the diversity of modern Australia. And it was the tragic death of one five-year-old little girl, Kumanjayi Little Baby in April that has become a powerful symbol of what's possible when a community comes together.