Guda Guda Community facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Guda Guda CommunityWestern Australia |
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 Guda Guda Community
Location in Western Australia
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| Population | 46 (2001 CHINS) |
| Location | 10 km (6 mi) from Wyndham |
| LGA(s) | Shire of Wyndham-East Kimberley |
| State electorate(s) | Kimberley |
| Federal Division(s) | Durack |
Guda Guda is a small Aboriginal community located in Western Australia. It is found near the town of Wyndham, about 10 kilometres (6 miles) south-east of the town centre. You can find it along the Great Northern Highway in the Kimberley region.
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About the Guda Guda Community
Most people living in Guda Guda have strong connections to the Forrest River Mission. This mission is also known as Oombulgurri. During the wet season, many visitors come to Guda Guda. These visitors often come from Oombulgurri, Halls Creek, One Arm Point, and Lombadina.
A Look at Guda Guda's History
Early Days as a Droving Stop
Guda Guda was first a stop for drovers. Drovers were people who moved cattle over long distances. They used this area on their way to the Wyndham meatworks and port. Cattle came from places like Doon Doon Station and Gibb River. Drovers also came from Maple Downs and Home Valley station. The Wyndham meatworks closed down in 1989.
Settling in the Area
In the 1950s and 1960s, the people who now live in Guda Guda lived nearby. They stayed in flat areas on the western side of the current community. They lived there for at least 20 years. Because they lived there for so long, they formed strong ties to the land. This is why they chose the current spot for the Guda Guda community.
How Guda Guda is Managed
The Guda Guda Aboriginal Community Inc. manages the community. This group represents all the people who live there. It is a special type of organization. It is officially recognized under the Commonwealth Incorporations and Associations Act. This means it has legal standing to manage community affairs.
Native Title and Land Rights
The Guda Guda community is located within a special area. This area is called the Balanggarra 3 native title determination. Native title means that Aboriginal people have special rights to their traditional lands. For Guda Guda, it has been officially decided that native title exists on their community land. This confirms their long-standing connection to the area.
