Luthigh facts for kids

The Lotiga people, sometimes called the Okara, are an Aboriginal Australian group. They traditionally lived in the Cape York Peninsula region of North Queensland.

Lotiga Country and Land

The Lotiga people lived on a specific area of land, which is often called their "country." Their traditional country covered about 400 square miles (1,036 square kilometers).

This land was located around the upper part of the Dulhunty tributary of the Ducie River. It was also near the McDonnell Telegraph Station. Their territory was situated between the Paterson and Moreton stations, which were important stops on the old Cape York Telegraph Line.

Who Were the Lotiga People?

Some researchers have studied the Lotiga and Okara people. One idea, suggested by Ursula McConnel, was that the Okara tribe might be the same as the Lotiga. She noted that the Okara had a social structure similar to the Jathaikana people.

Later, another well-known researcher named Norman Tindale agreed with McConnel's idea. He believed that the Lotiga and Okara were indeed the same group, based on her early findings.

Other Names for the Lotiga

The Lotiga people were also known by a few other names:

• Okara (This name is often linked to the Lotiga.)
• Oharra