Bunjil's Fire

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by Len, Mads and Keiran to discuss a Crime Scene Australia project which seeks to build international legal accountability and solidarity for preventative action against the ongoing genocide of First Nations people in so-called Australia. If you'd like to get involved, contact Crime Scene Australia at info@crimesceneaustralia.com

During the Bunjil's Fire Radiothon special, Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by R-coo for an update on the 44 Flats United campaign to protect the public housing towers slated for demolition by the Victorian government.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe catches up with former co-presenter Fantom during Bunjil's Fire radiothon special.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined on the phone by Craig from Winna Fire Protection in Larrakia country to discuss genocide cases in the colonial legal system, including Uncle Robbie's upcoming court case against King Charles III on June 3rd. 

Cultural Advisory Warning: First Nations listeners are advised that this episode contains the name of a person who is now deceased. Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe speaks with Warlpiri elder Ned Jampijinpa Hargraves following the news that no officers would be charged over the death of Kumanjayi White.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe catches up with Uncle Wayne Coco Wharton for updates from Magandjin and to discuss the Goori Camp Embassy at Barrambin Victoria Park. Later in the episode Uncle Robbie is joined by Cass for a Crime Scene Australia update.

On ANZAC Day this year Crime Scene Australia will commemorate the Frontier Wars at Camp Sovereignty and work in solidarity with the Kanak Delegation that will be visiting this continent from Saturday 25 April. Djuran Bunjileenee Uncle Robbie Thorpe speaks with Cathy from Free Kanaky Solidarity Naarm about upcoming events and the Kanaky struggle. 

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by Yorta Yorta man and playwright Brian Andy to chat about a new polyvocal performance work called VIGIL. Now playing at Arts House in North Melbourne from Wednesday 22 April – Sunday 3 May 2026. More information at the Arts House website.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by R-coo for an update on the 44 Flats United campaign to save the 44 public housing towers currently planned for demolotion by the Victorian government.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe catches up with his daughter Lisa Rose Thorpe, who is running for the Metropolitan Region General Seat in the upcoming First Peoples' Assembly election.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe has a chat with Noongar woman and filmmaker Karla Hart about her recent work, including the second series of Our Medicine: Frontline Medicine Through A Blak Lens.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by his sister Marjorie Thorpe to discuss the 20th anniversary of Camp Sovereignty and the Black GST movement. Come to Camp Sovereignty for the 20th anniversary celebrations, reflecting on the history of the Black GST and Camp Sovereignty movement.5:30 pm – 10:30 pmThursday 12 March, 2026    Smoking ceremony, music, food, film screenings and education reso...

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this podcast contains images, voices and names of deceased persons. Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe dedicates this weeks Bunjil's Fire episode to Uncle Lionel Fogarty. It is with great sadness that we share the passing of author, artist, and poet Uncle Lionel Fogarty last week. Uncle Lionel was a strong voice in word and deed, figh...

 Djuran Bunjleenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by Amy from Kill Your Lawn and Kick Your Fence and Maurice/Moonstarzzie from Resident Frequency Studio to discuss the defunding of Neighbourhood houses across so-called Victoria. Later in the episode Uncle Robbie is joined by Cass for an update on upcoming Crime Scene Australia events.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by his sister Marjorie Thorpe to discuss VicRoads imminent plans to destroy sacred Djab Wurrung trees.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by lawyer Daniel Taylor for a report back on their case in the Federal Court of “australia” contesting the proscription of Hamas as a terrorist organisation.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by Dermuid Hannigan for an update on the intended demolition of the 44 public housing towers in so-called Melbourne.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe catches up with Wangan and Jagalingou man Gurridyula for an update from Waddananggu

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by special guests Na’amoks - head chief of the Tsayu (beaver clan) in the Wet’suwet’en Nation, and Gwii Lok’im Gibuu - a member of Wilp Spooku in the Gitxsau Nation. Na’amoks and Gwii Lok’im are currently in so-called Australia campaigning against Woodside, who have invested in proposed gas pipeline projects on their lands in so-called British Columbia. S...

For the Disability Day 2025: Right Relations & Innovations broadcast, Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe reflects on the ongoing issue of disability access at Camp Sovereignty.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by Marcia and Jane for updates on Camp Sovereignty. They discuss a recent article in CBD News which highlighted Melbourne City Council's failure to address issues such as accessibility, community safety concerns, and the lack of public recognition of Camp Sovereignty as a cultural site. 

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe gets on the line with Gurridyala for a report back from his time at the COP30 UN Climate Change Conference in Belém, Brazil.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined on the phone by Wiradjuri elder Paul Towney to discuss his current land rights case against a sports complex project currently underway by Orange City Council on unceded Wiradjuri country. Afterwards Bunjileenee, Jane and Keiran share updates on Camp Sovereignty.

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe speaks with Dr Chelsea Watego about Aboriginal health and the Inala Manifesto which she issued. This interview was originally broadcasted on April 18th 2023. 

Djuran Bunjileenee Robbie Thorpe is joined by Cath Keaney and Gabrielle De Vietri to discuss the announced closures and ending of GP and counselling services at cohealth locations in Collingwood, Fitzroy and Kensington. Later in the episode Gabrielle De Vietri gives an update on public housing.