Before we launch into our new series on Kanaky, we wanted to replay this episode from November last year. It provides some important historical context for the coming series. This episode has been edited for brevity, but all references and statistics are from 13 months ago.

Mell talks to Grand Chief Sinewami, King of Gureshaba, about the Kanak people’s fight for independence from France.

Joining the conversation also is Cathy from Free Kanaky Solidarity Naarm.

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This episode was made on Ngunnawal, Ngambri and Wurundjeri land. This land was invaded, stolen and remains under occupation. Colonial violence continues, as does Indigenous Resistance.

Our theme music was made by DOBBY

You also heard the track ‘Kirikitr Reggae’ by Kirikitr

and a Kanak Song and Dance by the group We Ca Ca

Matt Chun is our executive producer.

The Sunday Paper Podcast is compiled, mixed and edited by Mell Chun.

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