Tulua people facts for kids
The Tulua people were an Aboriginal Australian group. They lived in Queensland, Australia. Their traditional lands stretched from the coast to the mountains. They might have spoken the same language as the Dappil people.
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The Tulua Language
The Tulua people had their own language. It was closely related to the language spoken by the Dappil people. In fact, some think they might have spoken the same language!
Where the Tulua People Lived
The Tulua people lived on a large area of land. It was about 3,885 square kilometers (1,500 square miles). Their country stretched from the Calliope River to Port Curtis. This area is close to the city of Gladstone in Queensland.
Their lands went inland from the coast. They included the nearby mountain ranges. The area around the Boyne River and Many Peaks was also part of their country.
A Look at Tulua History
When European settlers arrived in Tulua country in 1854, there were about 700 Tulua people. However, in less than 30 years, their numbers dropped greatly. By 1882, only 43 Tulua people remained. This sad decline was partly due to the impact of diseases.
Other Names for the Tulua People
- Toolooa
- Dandan (This name came from their own word for "man," which is dan)
- ?Narung
