Yanga people facts for kids
The Yanga people were an Aboriginal Australian group from the state of Queensland. You might also see their name spelled as Jangaa, Janggal, Janga, or Yangaa. It's thought they might be connected to the Yukulta / Ganggalida / Nyangga group, but they are different from the Yangga people.
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Their Traditional Lands
The Yanga people lived on a large area of land, covering about 9,800 square kilometres (3,800 sq mi). This was their traditional country. Their lands stretched from the western area near Glenora. They started from the top of the Gilbert River. From there, their country went south past Forsayth all the way to Gilberton and the Gregory Range. To the east, their land was close to places like Oak Park, Percyville, and the start of the Copperfield River.
Their Language
The Yanga people spoke the Yanga language. This language is very similar to the Mbara language, meaning people who speak one can often understand the other. Some experts believe that Yanga might even be the same language as Ganggalida/Yukulta.
How They Organized Themselves
The Yanga people lived in groups called kin groups. These are like family groups or clans. One of these groups that we know about was called the Purkaburra. They lived in the area around Percyville.
Other Names for the Yanga People
Sometimes, the Yanga people were also known by other names, including:
- Purkaburra
