When we speak of the vitality of plants, trees and knowledge, we are talking about the potency the ever-present power of Country. As Wiradjuri artist and poet Jazz Money has written, “no colonial intervention can alter the truth of Country”.  

Featuring Zena Cumpston, Barkandji woman and researcher, writer, consultant and curator; Nici Cumpston, Barkandji woman and artist, curator, writer and educator; David Doyle, Barkandji man and artist; and hosted by Emily McDaniel, Wiradjuri woman of the Kalari Clan, Director, First Nations at the Powerhouse and and co-curator of Eucalyptusdom. 

Interested in learning more? Eucalyptusdom is showing at Powerhouse Ultimo from 11 October 2021 – 28 August 2022. It is accompanied by a publication which expands upon the research and creative output of the exhibition, showcasing more than 20 creative practitioners commissioned to produce new works in dialogue with 500+ objects from the Powerhouse collection. 

The series is programmed by Rebecca Gallo, produced by Ayeesha Ash and Cara Stewart, edited by Mara Schwerdtfeger, and sound designed by Jane Sheldon.