Torres Strait Islander people

Torres Strait Islander people are Indigenous Australians from the Torres Strait Islands, a group of islands between Queensland, Australia, and Papua New Guinea. They have distinct languages, cultures, and traditions different from Aboriginal Australians. Traditionally, they relied on fishing, hunting, and gathering for their livelihood, with cultures deeply connected to the sea. Today, Torres Strait Islanders maintain their cultural identity through art, music, and community practices, while also participating in broader Australian society. They are recognized as the original inhabitants of their lands, with unique heritage that contributes to Australia's diversity.