The Aboriginal art group at the centre of "white hands on black art" allegations is suing the publisher of Rupert Murdoch's The Australian newspaper for $4.4 million.
The APY Art Centre Collective (APYACC) has alleged Nationwide News and journalist Greg Bearup defamed the internationally recognised organisation in 33 newspaper articles, according to court filings.
The paper's coverage began in 2023 with a covertly filmed 50-second clip of Tjala Arts centre manager Rosie Palmer applying paint to artist Yaritji Young's canvas and discussing creative choices with her.
Several artists and former staff of the collective told Mr Bearup they observed non-Aboriginal staff taking part in the production of artworks.
Some sources later retracted
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