Our Flag, Our Story, The Torres Strait Islander Flag (Sally Morgan)

SHORTLISTED, 2024 SPEECH PATHOLOGY BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDS, ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CHILDREN'S BOOK

Bernard Namok Jnr was just a little boy when his dad designed the Torres Strait Islander Flag, a symbol of unity, shared identity and pride for all Torres Strait Islanders. This is the story of a flag and what it represents.

Alongside Mordey’s stunning digital illustrations reflecting the vibrant colours of the Torres Strait, Namok Jnr and Mayo present an engaging, personal story that invites young readers to learn about the Torres Strait Islander peoples, place and culture. Our Flag, Our Story shares an essential piece of Australian and Torres Strait Islander history, accessible for all ages.