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The Rakkaia were one of the many First Peoples of Australia. They lived in the area we now call Queensland. The Rakkaia people have a rich history and culture, like many other Aboriginal groups across Australia.

Where Did the Rakkaia Live?

The Rakkaia people lived in a specific part of Australia. Experts like Norman Tindale have studied their traditional lands.

Rakkaia Traditional Lands

The Rakkaia's traditional country covered about 2,200 square miles (5,700 square kilometers). This land stretched west from a place called Coorabulka. It reached as far as the Georgina River and an area near Breadalbane. This large territory was their home for thousands of years.

Other Names for the Rakkaia

Sometimes, the Rakkaia people were known by another name.

  • Rukkia
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