Yorta Yorta language

Yorta Yorta is an Indigenous Australian language traditionally spoken by the Yorta Yorta people from the regions around the Murray and Goulburn Rivers in northeastern Victoria and southern New South Wales. It belongs to the Yota-Yayah language family and features unique sounds and grammar related to the cultural practices of its speakers. Like many Aboriginal languages, Yorta Yorta experienced decline due to colonization, but there are ongoing efforts to revive and preserve it through language programs and community initiatives. Understanding Yorta Yorta offers valuable insights into the history, culture, and connection of its people to their land.