State of the Environment

2006

Issue: Indigenous languages - State of indigenous languages

This is an issue under the Natural and cultural heritage theme of the Data Reporting System.

Why we need to know about this issue

Indigenous languages of Australia, which connect Indigenous people to country, possess a great storehouse of knowledge and tradition about the environment and ancient culture of Australia. These are an intangible part of Australia’s heritage and are often overlooked by non-Indigenous people. Many Indigenous languages are under threat and a knowledge of the status of these language is important to help preserve these unique knowledge systems and traditions.

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