Cultural authorities condemn tribal auctions for Indigenous artifacts and Fijian objects

Cultural authorities condemned recent tribal auctions across Australia, including a Perth event that sold Indigenous artifacts and Fijian objects. A Fijian throwing club fetched $800, prompting calls for its return, with community leaders emphasizing its cultural significance. Concerns over such sales highlight the ongoing debate about the preservation and repatriation of culturally important items.

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