The State Funeral in honour of Dr. Margaret Kemarre (MK) Turner OAM will take place at 10am on Thursday, 17 August, at Atherreyurre (Telegraph Station) in Mparntwe/Alice Springs. Born in 1938, Dr. Turner dedicated her life to the education and preservation of her culture and language for future generations. An Arrernte woman and member of the Akarre people, Dr. Turner held multiple roles, including Elder, professor, artist, author, teacher, interpreter, board director, and advocate for human rights.

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