Cassandra McMahon, Tools of the Trade 2 (PEOPLE & PORTRAIT 2024)

At the Townsville Mortuary, Forensic Pathologist Dr. Rebecca Williams goes about her daily ritual with mortality. The tool she holds, a post mortem 40 blade, is wielded with clinical precision. It offers a glimpse into the intricate process of unravelling the mysteries surrounding the a persons final moments. Beyond being a scientific pursuit, her labour becomes a profound service, offering solace to family and contributing to the pursuit of truth in the face of loss.

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