Family of Kumanjayi Little Baby urge community to focus on grieving
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Calls for calm and space to grieve are being led by Kumanjayi Little Baby’s family, as Alice Springs continues to process the shock and devastation of her death.
Senior Yapa (Warlpiri) Elder and family spokesperson Robin Granites said the priority now must be Sorry Business and respect for cultural practices as the community mourns.
“It is time now for sorry business, to show respect for our family and have space for grieving and remembering,” he said.
“Everyone is feeling very upset and emotions are very high, I understand that.
“What has happened this week is not our way. Our children are precious, of course we are feeling angry and hurt at what has happened.”
His appeal comes after a tense night in Alice Springs, following the capture and arrest of the suspect at the centre of the case.
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