The family of a Tiwi Islands woman who died at an acute mental health facility have performed an emotional tribute to their much-loved family member on the final day of a coronial inquest into her death. Pukumani Alimankinni, as she is known for cultural reasons, died in August 2021, about a day-and-a-half after she was admitted to Royal Darwin Hospital's (RDH) secure mental health ward, the Joan Ridley Unit (JRU). Her death has been the subject of a five-day coronial inquest at the Darwin Local Court, which has heard testimony from 13 witnesses including family members, medical experts, and nurses who provided care in hospital. Outside the courtroom on Wednesday, family members and Munupi men and women painted their faces before performing a number of songs, led by senior Munupi man Mr Tungatalum — including the kookaburra song, in honour of Pukumani's totem

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