concept   mask
culture   Australia
statement   In Australia, masks serve multiple purposes such as healthcare, protection, cultural expression, and storytelling.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 carnival masks Australia Rarely seen outside of themed parties or specific cultural festivals 1
2 face mask Australia Mainly associated with healthcare settings or when dealing with hazardous materials 1
3 gas masks Australia Associated with protection against bushfire smoke and ash 1
4 mask-making Australia Intertwined with storytelling, dance, and connection to the land 1
5 theatrical masks Australia Used in traditional Aboriginal dances and performances, signifying ancestral beings and totems 1
6 using face masks Australia Less common outside of healthcare settings, mainly used by people with respiratory illnesses 1