This Original complex of “terraces, mounds and stone arrangements,” according to the President of the Australian Archaeological Research and Education Society, Frederic Slater, contained “the basis of all knowledge in the beginning, now and to come.”
Before offering any commentary on logistics, measurements, the massive quantity of sandstone found in an area that denies any geology that isn’t igneous, or the thousands of cubic metres of exotic material that makes up one mound, we must first factor in the wisdom and guidance of the Original Elders and Custodians of Lore (Uncle Harry, Jarmbi’je, Rob, Kevin, Iris, Karno, Adam, Mark, Scott and Darren) who joined us on site. Invariably we begin every investigation after consulting with those who speak on behalf of the people who were here first. Only then, with a clear and present understanding of who, what, where, and to a lesser extent why, is it appropriate to walk on site and begin any archaeology.
We always work as a collective under the banner of Southern Law and Wirritjin (Black-fella White-fella Dreaming). No-one speaks for any individual, but with, and on behalf of the entire group. That being the only path taken, we will present what the Original Elders and Custodians said and did without specifying who. This was always the only way, no egos, all as one, therefore, no names just outcomes and possibilities.
First and foremost we will begin with an absolute fact. Before, during and upon reflection, it has become increasingly clear that this site chronicles the very first language spoken or recorded. The “Mystery of Life” was compiled and constructed by Homo sapien sapiens, and is a profound and sacred historical record detailing human origins, purpose and connection to the Divine.
DAY 1.