About Us

Aboriginal Studies Press (ASP) is the publishing arm of the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS), the world’s premier research and collecting institute of Australian Indigenous studies.

We are a small, committed team of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people who publish outstanding writing that promotes an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures. Our authors are Indigenous and non-Indigenous academics and general writers. A feature of our list is a series of books written collaboratively by Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians working together, providing readers with access to stories – and a view of Australian history – that would otherwise remain invisible. We publish about six to eight titles each year.

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Our Staff

Director

Rhonda Black

+ 61 02 6246 1184

Graphic Designer/
Production Manager

Rachel Ippoliti

+ 61 02 6246 1131

Special Sales

Kim Johnston

+ 61 02 6261 4200

Publishing Assistant

Amity Raymont

+ 61 02 6246 1183

Editorial Assistant

Lisa Fuller

+ 61 02 6246 1192

Contact

Aboriginal Studies Press
AIATSIS
GPO Box 553
(Lawson Cres, Acton)
Canberra ACT 2601

General Enquiries: +61 02 6246 1183
Sales: +61 02 6246 1183
Fax: +61 02 6261 4288

Rights Enquiries:
Rhonda Black
asp@aiatsis.gov.au

Bookshop opening hours

Monday—Tuesday: 10:00am to 12:30pm, 1:30pm to 4:00pm (closed for lunch)

Wednesday: 10:00am to 12:30pm

Thursday—Friday: 10:00am to 12:30pm, 1:30pm to 4:00pm (closed for lunch)

Publishing Advisory Committee (PAC)

The PAC members offer a range of skills: academic credentials; Indigenous community and language knowledge; as well as writing and publishing expertise. They consider manuscripts submitted for publication, along with ASP staff. The Principal is advised by the PAC’s recommendations.

External Members:

Professor John Maynard
Dr Jakelin Troy
Mr Bruce Pascoe
Ms Terri Janke
Ms Sue Abbey

Internal Members:

Mr Russell Taylor (Principal)
Dr Luke Taylor (Deputy Principal)
Ms Rhonda Black (Director of ASP)