Joseph Quartermaine (Episode #6)
Joseph Quartermaine arrived at Marribank Mission at the age of 4 and remained there for 11 years.
He spent those years chopping wood, peeling potatoes, and in a happy reprieve, playing footy.
Years later he achieved a high school certificate and began a career as a mechanic. But it was only then, outside the mission, that the trauma of his youth came calling.
During this conversation with Tony Hansen, Joseph Quartermaine—or Lowy, as he prefers to be called—shares his life story. Next week, we’ll hear from his sister, Katherine.
Yarns with Stolen Mob is produced with the assistance of the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Find out more at cbf.org.au.
Listeners are advised that Stolen Generations testimonies about their forced removal as children from family, and their confinement in institutions, is distressing. If you are feeling worried or no good please call the 13YARN crisis support line to talk with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Supporter, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 13 92 76 or visit 13Yarn.org.au for more.
