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CANBERRA Show of defiance It is only 50 years since white Australia voted to include aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in population counts. Although that referendum was hailed as a turning point for these peoples’ rights, they still face challenges in contemporary Australia – as visitors to the third Indigenous Art Triennial will undoubtedly feel. The show, which runs at the National Gallery of Australia through the southern-hemisphere winter, will showcase the work of 30 of the most notable contemporary indigenous artists. Subtitled “Defying Empire”, it is intended to be both a rallying cry and a celebration of resilience – and will include works on subjects ranging from oppression to nuclear destruction. Expect to see sculptures, paintings and installations from artists including Brenda L. Croft, Judy Napangardi Watson, Ken Thaiday senior and Jason Wing, whose sculpture “Captain James Crook” (main image) cuts quite a figure. May 26th-September 10th