John Kundereri Moriarty
John Kundereri "Jumbana" Moriarty AM (born c. 1938) is an Aboriginal Australian artist, government advisor and former soccer player. He is also known as founder of the Balarinji Design Studio, for painting two Qantas jets with Aboriginal motifs.
John Kundereri Moriarty | |
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| Born | c. 1938 (age 85–86) |
| Nationality | Indigenous Australian |
| Education | Bachelor of Arts |
| Alma mater | Flinders University |
| Occupation(s) | Designer, Businessman |
| Employer | Jumbana Group |
| Known for | Art, Sport |
| Spouse | Ros Moriarty |
| Relatives | Charlie Perkins (cousin) |
| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | John Kundereri Moriarty | ||
| Date of birth | c. 1938 (age 85–86) | ||
| Place of birth | Borroloola, Northern Territory, Australia | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| Port Thistle | |||
| Adelaide Juventus | |||
| Adelaide Croatia | |||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23 December 2008 | |||
Today a full member of the Yanyuwa people of his birthplace, and belonging ceremonially to the rainbow serpent and kangaroo Dreamings, Moriarty has held senior and executive positions in the Department of Aboriginal Affairs at both federal and state government levels. He is a long-time advocate for Indigenous rights and Indigenous arts.
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