Piyalbajarri: Yarns and Songs with Peter Salmon

Tuesday 2nd June 2026


Experience the remarkable life of Peter Salmon, a 92-year-old Thiinma Elder, stockman and songwriter.

In Piyalbajarri (‘Yarns’), Peter and collaborator Rosie Sitorus share stories and songs in both Thiinma and English, bringing audiences the rare chance to hear a critically endangered language performed live on stage.

2nd June Newman Community Hall

Doors Open 6:30PM for a 7PM start

Free Entry. Spots limited, reserve your tickets now!

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are advised that this presentation will show pictures of people who have passed away (used with their next of kin’s express permission)

Event Details

Time: 6:30PM

Address: 1403 Mindarra Dr, Newman WA 6753, Australia

Location: Newman

Venue: Newman Community Hall

Cost: FREE

Category: General

Type: General

Audience: All Ages

Enquiries

Contact: Shire of East Pilbara

Phone: (08) 9175 8000

Event Date(s)

  • Tuesday, 02 June 2026  | 6:30PM - 8:00PM

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