Two of the spears have kinks in their shafts. At first glance, these handcrafted implements, known as the Gweagal spears, seem incongruous in this hi-tech museum lab, with its emergency shower ...

, 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 ...

When Cook landed on the shores at Kamay (Botany Bay) in 1770 his arrival was resisted by Gweagal men, the indigenous Australian people of the area. Soon afterwards, the British crew took 40 spears ...

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.