Karuwali facts for kids
The Karuwali were an Aboriginal people who lived in the state of Queensland, Australia. They are an important part of Australia's rich history and culture.
Karuwali Traditional Lands
The Karuwali people lived on a large area of land. Norman Tindale, a famous researcher, estimated their traditional country covered about 31,000 square kilometers (12,000 square miles). This land included areas near Farrars Creek and south towards Beetoota. It also stretched to Haddon Corner and Morney Plains. Their lands reached the Beal range in the east and extended west to places like Durrie and Monkira, along the Diamantina River.
Challenges Faced
Like many Aboriginal groups, the Karuwali people experienced difficult times after European settlers arrived. Their way of life changed significantly due to these new interactions.
Other Names for Karuwali
The Karuwali people were also known by several other names, including:
- Karawalla
- Gara-wali
- Kurrawulla
- Karorinje
- Kuriwalu
- Goore
