Bentinck Island, Queensland facts for kids
 Bentinck Island, Queensland
Location in Queensland
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Queensland |
| Coordinates | 17°04′01″S 139°30′00″E / 17.06695°S 139.5°E |
| Adjacent bodies of water | Gulf of Carpentaria |
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| State | Queensland |
| Capital and largest city | Brisbane (pop. 2,462,637) |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 (2016) |
Bentinck Island is an island located in the Gulf of Carpentaria. It is part of the South Wellesley Islands in Queensland, Australia. The island is known for its unique history and the strong connection of its traditional owners, the Kaiadilt people.
Island History
The Kayardild language was traditionally spoken on Bentinck Island. This language is very important to the Kaiadilt people. It helps them share their stories and culture.
Around 1916, a man named McKenzie arrived on the island. He started a sheep farm near the Kurumnbali estuary. During this time, the Kaiadilt people faced many difficulties. McKenzie's actions caused great distress for the local community.
The Kaiadilt people were forced to leave their homes. They could only return to nearby Sweers Island after McKenzie left. Researchers learned about these events in the 1980s. This helped to record the challenging times the Kaiadilt people experienced.
Images for kids
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Southern part of Bentinck Island and Albinia Island
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Bentinck Island with the Australian continent in the background
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Location of Bentinck Island
