Mudburra facts for kids
The Mudburra people are an Aboriginal Australian group from the Northern Territory in Australia. They have a rich history and culture connected to their traditional lands.
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The Mudburra Language
The Mudburra people speak their own language, also called Mudburra. It belongs to a larger group of languages called Pama-Nyungan. This language helps connect them to their history and culture.
Traditional Lands
The Mudburra people traditionally lived in a large area of land in the Northern Territory. This land was about 10,000 square miles (26,000 square kilometers) in size. It was located near and west of the Murranji Track, which was also known as the "Ghost Road of the Drovers."
Their country was centered around where the Armstrong River meets the upper Victoria River. This special place is called Tjambutjambulani. Their lands stretched north to Top Springs and south to Cattle Creek. From east to west, their country went from near Newcastle Waters to the Camfield River.
Other Names for Mudburra
Over time, the Mudburra people have been known by several different names. These include:
- Madbara
- Moodburra
- Mootburra
- Mudbara
- Mudbera
- Mudbra
- Mudbura
- Mulpira (a name used by the Iliaura people)
Important Events
The Wave Hill Walk-Off
The Mudburra people played an important role in a major event called the Wave Hill walk-off. This happened in 1967 at Wave Hill Station. Mudburra workers joined with Gurindji workers in a protest. They walked off the cattle station where they worked.
This protest was not just about better pay. It was also about getting their traditional lands back. The walk-off lasted for many years and became a very important part of the Aboriginal Australian land rights movement. It showed the strength and determination of Aboriginal people fighting for their rights and land.
