A mass killing, bodies burnt and a 'conspiracy of silence': An outback massacre is not forgotten
Descendants of victims are marking the 100th anniversary of the 1926 Forrest River massacre in Western Australia, where Indigenous people were killed by a party of police and civilians. The event remains a dark chapter in Australian history, and survivors are now working to bring the truth of the incident to the surface.
Why it matters
This story highlights the ongoing process of historical reconciliation and the importance of acknowledging past atrocities against Indigenous populations.
The old Forrest River Mission and Oombulgurri townsite sits near the banks of the Forrest River. ( Supplied: Steve Cutts )
The article reports on historical events and community efforts to remember them, maintaining a factual and empathetic tone.
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