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Gambay: a map of Australia’s first languages

First Languages Australia in partnership with local language centres across Australia have developed an interactive map to display and promote the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages. The map, titled Gambay, translates to "together" in the Butchulla language of the Hervey Bay region in Queensland.

Gambay showcases over 780 languages, using data contributed by regional language centres and programs working directly with language communities around Australia.

 Find out more about the map on Gambay website.  Teachers’ notes are also available to use with the map compiled to assist teaching about Australia’s first languages across the curriculum.

The Gambay Indigenous language map has been provided to the ABC courtesy of First Languages Australia (FLA).  FLA worked closely with language centres and speakers around the country to develop the map to reflect the names and groups favoured by community. First Languages Australia manages the map, community contributions and its ongoing development in consultation with language centres and speakers. The ABC does not warrant and is not responsible for the accuracy, currency, completeness or reliability of the information contained in the map.

If you feel that the way your language is represented needs updating, please contact your local language centre so they can pass on the required changes. Updates can be emailed to First Languages Australia at contact@firstlanguages.org.au with “Gambay update” in the subject link.

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