James Ahmat, Kazi Warul Uomaraik 2023. Photo: George Serras. Courtesy: the artist and NorthSite Contemporary Arts, Gimuy/Cairns.

Presented in partnership by NorthSite Contemporary Arts and Gab Titui Cultural Centre, Thursday Island, and curated by Aven Noah Jr and Leitha Assan, Meriba Tonar | Ngoelmudh | Our Way features new and innovative works by six up-and-coming artists from the Torres Strait region. While conveying individual narratives through a range of media, these practices — which have not been shown outside of the Torres Strait before —collectively inspire through stories and imagery relating to the unique culture, history, and identity of the Torres Strait.

Meriba Tonar = Our Way in Meriam Mir language (Eastern Torres Strait language)

Ngoelmudh = Our Way in Kala Lagaw Ya language (Western Torres Strait language)

Exhibited artists include James Ahmat Sr, Lara Fujii, Harry Nona, Nola Ward-Page, Alick Passi, and Maryann Sabasio.