# Statue Honors Dr. Lowitja O’Donoghue

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Podcast: [Adelaide News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/adelaide-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7575068)
Published: 2026-06-02T03:12:24+00:00
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A powerful new bronze statue of Dr. Lowitja O’Donoghue stands proudly in Elder Park, marking the start of a landmark $1 million project to honor six pivotal First Nations leaders along the River Torrens. Created by acclaimed sculptor Robert Hannaford, this life-sized tribute celebrates O’Donoghue’s trailblazing legacy—from becoming South Australia’s first Aboriginal nurse in 1954 to leading the fight for Aboriginal recognition and serving as the first chair of ATSIC. Unveiled during National Reconciliation Week, the statue joins a growing movement to center Indigenous voices in public memory, with future statues honoring Gladys Elphick, Dr. Alice Alitya Rigney, David Unaipon, Yami Lester, and Garnett Ian Wilson—all chosen through deep community consultation. The unveiling, attended by Aboriginal Affairs Minister Kyam Maher, O’Donoghue’s niece Deb Edwards, and Adelaide’s Lord Mayor, underscores a vital cultural shift. Tomorrow’s Lowitja O’Donoghue Oration, featuring Professor Larissa Behrendt, will further amplify this legacy, spotlighting leadership among First Nations women. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/32dcd2b9f30a444d

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