First Weapons

Phil Breslin meets with Aboriginal elder and cultural advisor, Moogy Sumner, to uncover the innovations behind Australia's iconic boomerang.

Phil shadows weapon makers who explain the craft and science behind the extraordinarily versatile amerr, once one of the fastest weapons on Earth.

Craftsmen Brendan Kennedy and Trevor Kirby explore the science of the leangle and parrying shield, while honoring the Aboriginal cricketer Dick-a-Dick.

In Albany, Phil teams up with Larry Blight to learn about the kodj, a versatile weapon and tool, before they test their skills with a champion axeman.

Trawlwoolway weapon maker Dave mangenner Gough shows Phil how to source dogwood and shape it into the allener, a powerful long spear.

Phil and weapon maker Joseph Williams unpack the maneuverability and power of a non-returning boomerang, the wartilykirri.