Jonas Manley

Jonas Manley is an Archaeologist and Excavator Operator who has recently completed a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Archaeology and Classics from the Australian National University. Jonas’ bachelor studies primarily focused on Australian Aboriginal archaeology, European prehistory and south-east Asian archaeology.

Jonas first got into archaeology from movies and documentaries, but now he’s strongly driven by the hope that the work he does is helping communities reconnect with and rediscover their past.

Jonas has experience in a wide variety of tasks, including manual and mechanical excavation, excavator operation in the context of complex assessments and salvage excavations, Aboriginal site recording, and desktop research.

Outside work Jonas likes to play AFL and support the GWS Giants, playing pool, travelling, as well as gold prospecting across Victoria.

Education and affiliations

• Bachelor of Arts majoring in Archaeology and Classics, Australian National University, Canberra; and
• Member of the Australian Archaeological Association (AAA).