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ISSUE NO. 23
June 2026
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Artwork From The Torch – Issue No. 23

Since 2011 The Torch has been providing art, cultural and arts industry support to Indigenous offenders and ex-offenders in Victoria through its Indigenous Arts in Prisons and Community program.

Helping Hands, Daniel DM, Dja Dja Wurrung people, 2025, acrylic on canvas

Helping Hands

By Daniel DM
Dja Dja Wurrung people
2025

This painting came to mind while I was going through a hard time in life and needed a hand.

Family

By David B
Gunaikurnai people
2025

This painting represents me and my family, although we all have taken different paths, I’ll still be there for them, and hopefully, we will be back together once this journey is over.

Helping Hands

By Daniel DM
Dja Dja Wurrung people
2025

This painting came to mind while I was going through a hard time in life and needed a hand.

Family

By David B
Gunaikurnai people
2025

This painting represents me and my family, although we all have taken different paths, I’ll still be there for them, and hopefully, we will be back together once this journey is over.

‘It’s Changing Lives’: New Program Helping First Nations Women Find Housing After Prison

By Denham Sadler

Tracy was one of many women released from prison straight into homelessness. Thanks to the Homeward Sisters program, Tracy was able to secure priority housing that meets her needs.

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Roger Knox: The ‘Koori King of Country’ on Prison Stages

By Denham Sadler

First Nations music legend Roger Knox has played everywhere from huge music festivals in the USA to the Sydney Opera House. But he says the shows that mean the most to him are the ones he played in prisons around Australia.

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ISSUE NO. 24

4 MIN READ

Celebrating NAIDOC Week!

By About Time

To celebrate NAIDOC week, we’re showcasing First Nations art submissions. We acknowledge the fierce First Nations people and Elders across the country advocating for justice.

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‘Keep Your Spirit Strong and Healthy’: Q&A With Hannah McGlade

Interviewed by About Time

In this interview with About Time, Hannah discusses what motivates her and her message to Mob in prison around the country.

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