Wadjabangai facts for kids
The Wadjabangai (also called Wadjabangayi) were an Indigenous Australian group of people. They lived in the state of Queensland, Australia.
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Who Were the Wadjabangai People?
The Wadjabangai were one of many different Indigenous Australian groups. Each group had its own unique culture, language, and traditions. They lived on their traditional lands for thousands of years.
Where Did the Wadjabangai Live?
The Wadjabangai people lived in a specific area of Queensland. Their lands were mostly sandy plains. These plains had many trees growing on them.
A researcher named Norman Tindale estimated their land covered about 3,200 square miles (8,300 square kilometers). This area was south of a place called Lancevale. It included Maryvale and reached as far as Blackall.
Wadjabangai Language
The Wadjabangai people spoke their own language, also called Wadjabangai. This language was very similar to another Indigenous language called Bidjara. Languages are important because they help people share stories, history, and knowledge.
Other Names for Wadjabangai
Sometimes, the Wadjabangai people were known by another name:
- Karimari - This name comes from two words. Ka:ri means 'salt' and mari means 'men'. So, Karimari means 'salt men'.
