First Weapons: July 28

This week on First Weapons Phil learns about an axe used by the Noongar people.

Southwest of West Australia in Kinjarling – Albany on Menang country, Phil learns about the Kodj. A hafted axe well known and widely used by the Noongar people. Weapon maker Larry Blight teaches Phil how to source, construct and use the multipurpose weapon.

To discover more, Larry and Phil traverse the continent to meet with our team of scientific experts uncovering the scientific secrets of this ancient weapon.

But Phil’s not done yet. Upping the ante, he invites Champion Axeman Mitch Argent to take part in a unique challenge of speed and skill.

7:30pm Friday on ABC.