19/08/2026
Nullarbor Stone Artefacts are archaeological remains that provide important evidence of Aboriginal occupation and movement across the vast Nullarbor Plain of South Australia and Western Australia. These artefacts include stone flakes, cores, scrapers, cutting tools, and other implements made from materials such as flint, chert, quartzite, and silcrete. Archaeological sites such as Koonalda Cave and Allen’s Cave show that Aboriginal people used the Nullarbor landscape for thousands of years. Koonalda Cave, in particular, contains evidence of Aboriginal silica mining dating to more than 20,000 years ago.
The movement of different types of stone across the region is also significant. Archaeological research has identified stone materials that appear to have traveled hundreds of kilometres, suggesting ancient travel routes and possible exchange networks between Aboriginal communities. These artefacts therefore provide a fascinating glimpse into the technology, mobility, resource use, and cultural connections of Australia's First Peoples.