Cultural Advice

Aboriginal Peoples are advised the Library Collection contains images, voices and names of deceased people in physical and online resources.

The Library recognises the significance of the traditional cultural knowledges contained within its Collection. The Library acknowledge some materials contain language that may not reflect current attitudes, was published without consent or recognition, or, is offensive. These materials reflect the views of the authors and/or the period in which they were produced and do not represent the views of the Library.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Collection

This Collection features books and materials focused on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and histories, including many works that may be considered offensive or culturally sensitive. It also contains secret or sacred items, as well as material that has been removed from open access due to cultural considerations. Included are books on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art from the Margaret Carnegie Gift (1992).

The Collection has been developed in consultation with local Aboriginal communities and aligns with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Protocols for Libraries, Archives and Information Services (ATSILIRN)

Picture - Photographs of art works created by Chris Ackland with UniSA staff and students during Reconciliation Week activities on campus in 2014. Photographs by Juan Photography, 2/6/2014.

Access and explore the collection


The Collection is housed in the Jeffrey Smart Building at the University of South Australia City West Campus. Access is by appointment only. Some items may be borrowed for teaching purposes by UniSA staff.

Contact Ask the Library to make an appointment or for more information.

You can explore the Collection by browsing Collection Discovery or searching the Special Collections Catalogue.