Muluridji facts for kids
The Muluridji are an Indigenous Australian people from the state of Queensland, Australia. They are one of the many Aboriginal groups who have lived on this land for thousands of years. Their history and culture are an important part of Australia's heritage.
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Traditional Lands of the Muluridji People
The Muluridji people traditionally lived in a large area of land in Queensland. This area was about 1,100 square miles (2,800 km2) in size. A researcher named Norman Tindale helped estimate the size of their traditional territory.
Where the Muluridji Lived
Their lands started near the headwaters of the Mitchell River. From there, their territory stretched north towards Mount Carbine. To the east, their land reached Rumula. The southern part of their country was on the Atherton Tableland near Mareeba. The western edge of their territory was around a place called 'Woodville'. This area was mostly drier land, just west of the rainforests, between Biboohra and Mount Molloy.
Muluridji Social Structure
Like many Indigenous Australian groups, the Muluridji people had a strong social structure. This structure often included different family groups or clans. Clans are like large family units that share a common ancestor and often have special connections to certain parts of their traditional land.
Muluridji Clans
At least one clan name from the Muluridji people is still known today. This clan is called the Kokanodna. Clans played an important role in how people lived, shared resources, and passed down knowledge and stories through generations.
Other Names for the Muluridji
Over time, different groups or researchers might have used various names to refer to the Muluridji people. These alternative names can sometimes help us understand how different groups interacted or how their names were recorded.
Known Alternative Names
Some of the other names used for the Muluridji include:
- Muluridyi
- Mulari-ji
- Mularitchee
- Mullridgey
- Molloroiji
- Moorlooratchee (This name was used by the Wakara people)
- Koko-moloroitji
- Koko-moloroiji (These names were used by the Kokokulunggur people)
- Kokanodna (This is also a clan name)
