Nundjan Djiridjarkan, known as Kenneth "Ken' Colbung AM JP MBE (2 Sept 1931 - 13 Jan 2010) was an Aboriginal leader, groundbreaking social entrepreneur and campaigner. He was born at the Moore River Settlement and after the death of his mother was removed to Sister Kate's Home for Children at the age of 6 years. After leaving the army in 1965, Ken became immersed in community Aboriginal affairs.
Ken was instrumental in the search and return of tribal leader Yagan's Head and the establishment of the Nyungah Community Inc. in Gnangara. Ken was awarded an MBE and an AM for his service to the Aboriginal Community.
The Ken Colbung collection includes archival and museum objects such as documents, images and Welcome to Country items.
![Carved wooden animal figure with a burned linear pattern.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/2023-11/2008.104%20%283%29.jpg?itok=GMKyLW-x)