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Torres Strait
The Torres Strait Islands lie between the tip of Cape York and Papua New Guinea — a constellation of over 270 islands with deep connections to the sea. Torres Strait Islander peoples have distinct cultural traditions, languages, and governance systems.
First Nations Groups
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Kaurareg
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The Kala Lagaw Ya language region includes the landscape within the local government boundaries of the Torres Shire Council.
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Meriam
MEH-ree-um
Traditional owners of the Murray Islands (Mer, Dauar and Waier) in the Torres Strait.
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