The First Inventors: How People Shaped a Continent

To celebrate Social Sciences Week, and the research that helps us understand and shape society, RMIT University is proud to present celebrated Eualayai / Gamillaroi author, filmmaker and academic Larissa Behrendt AO, award-winning author and historian Billy Griffiths and one of Australia's leading archaeologists, Sean Ulm, as they discuss their new book 'The First Inventors: How People Shaped a Continent.'

Drawing on the groundbreaking 4-part documentary series of the same name, 'The First Inventors' takes readers on a journey through 65,000 years of innovation, diplomacy and design, challenging long-held assumptions about the deep history of Australia.

Hear from the authors about the Indigenous-led research and relationships underpinning the book, their best-practice ways of working, and the long-running collaboration that has shaped this partnership.

The discussion will be hosted by Professor Gary Thomas, Pro Vice Chancellor Indigenous Education, Research & Engagement at RMIT.