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Do you know the meaning of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander place names where you live? It's time to find out.
Across Australia, places are known for their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander names. But what do they mean? What's the story behind them?

From the name of a town or suburb; to a street or bridge; a creek or a bend in the river; mountain; landmark; outcrop; tree – place names are a starting point for sharing Australia's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and cultures.

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