Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 08-8952 5571;
www.mbantua.com.au
; 64 Todd Mall; 9am-6pm Mon-Fri, 9.30am-3pm Sat)
This privately owned gallery includes a cafe and extensive exhibits of works from the
renowned Utopia region, as well as watercolour landscapes from the Namatjira school.
The upstairs Educational & Permanent Collection (admission free) is a superb cultural
exhibition space with panels explaining Aboriginal mythology and customs.
Papunya Tula Artists
INDIGENOUS ART
( 08-8952 4731;
www.papunyatula.com.au
; 63 Todd Mall; 9am-5pm Mon-Fri, 10am-2pm Sat)
The Western Desert art movement began at Papunya Tula in 1971, and today this
Aboriginal-owned gallery displays some of this most sought-after art. Papunya Tula
works with around 120 artists, most painting at Kintore in the far west.
Tjanpi Desert Weavers
INDIGENOUS ART
( 08-8958 2377;
www.tjanpi.com.au
;
3 Wilkinson St; 10am-4pm Mon-Fri)
This small enter-
prise employs and supports Central Desert weavers from 18 remote communities. Their
store is well worth a visit to see the magnificent woven baskets and quirky sculptures
created from locally collected grasses.
Todd Mall Market
MARKET
( 9am-1pm 2nd Sun May-Dec)
Buskers, craft stalls, sizzling woks, smoky satay stands,
Aboriginal art, jewellery and knick-knacks make for a relaxed stroll.
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Information
Dangers & Annoyances
Avoid walking alone at night anywhere in town but particularly around Gap Rd. Catch a
taxi back to your accommodation if you're out late.
Emergency
Ambulance
(
000)
Police
(
08-8951 8888, 000; Parsons St)
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