A writing of wronged history comes with the milestone exhibition of the Gweagal Spears, stolen by Captain Cook and returned to Botany Bay elders after 254 years.

At first glance, these handcrafted implements, known as the Gweagal spears ... were taken – or stolen – from Botany Bay by Captain James Cook’s party during their first recorded contact ...

is a masterful depiction of both sides of Cook’s story. One can see the accepted and widespread colonial narrative. But, by following a process built in the artwork, one starts uncovering other ...

From his seat, Kelly looks out across the wind-chopped ocean, where 248 years ago Captain James Cook sailed on his way up the east coast of the continent. Nine days after passing this point, the ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. When Lieutenant James Cook and the crew of HMB Endeavour stepped ashore in Botany Bay in April 1770 – during their exploration of ...

Forty spears were recorded as being taken by Captain Cook from the villages of the Gweagal people. It’s not clear what happened to the rest. Noeleen Timbery hopes more will be discovered.