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Ngarakbal

The Ngarakbal are an Indigenous Australian people belonging to the Yolngu nation in northeastern Arnhem Land, Northern Territory. They speak the Ngarakbal language and have a rich cultural tradition rooted in their land, which encompasses coastal areas and inland regions. Their society is organized through kinship systems and Dreaming stories that explain their connection to the land, plants, animals, and spiritual beliefs. Ngarakbal people maintain strong cultural practices, art, and ceremonies that preserve their heritage, while also engaging with contemporary life and advocating for the recognition and protection of their cultural and land rights.