
Torres Strait Islanders - Wikipedia
The core of Island culture is Papuan, and the people are traditionally a seafaring nation. The Torres Islanders exhibit a strong artistic culture, particularly in sculpture, printmaking, and …
Torres Strait Islander peoples | Culture, History & Language
The majority of people living in the communities of the Torres Strait Islands are of Torres Strait Islander descent. More than half of Torres Strait Islander peoples, however, reside in …
Map of Indigenous Australia | AIATSIS corporate website
The AIATSIS map serves as a visual reminder of the richness and diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australia.
Our Region | Torres Strait Island Regional Council
The Torres Strait, also known as Zenedth Kes, is a strait between Australia and the Melanesian Island of New Guinea. The various Torres Strait Islander communities have a unique culture …
Torres Strait Islanders - Encyclopedia.com
The Torres Strait Islanders are a Melanesian group who live on the islands of Torres Strait and in coastal communities of Queensland, Australia. The strait is named for its Spanish discoverer, …
Torres Strait Islander culture - NativeHistory.Info
Aug 17, 2025 · The geography of the Torres Strait is central to understanding Torres Strait Islander culture. Comprising over 274 islands, cays, and reefs, only a few of which are …
Torres Strait Islanders Explained
Torres Strait Islanders [2] are the Indigenous Melanesian people of the Torres Strait Islands, which are part of the state of Queensland, Australia. Ethnically distinct from the Aboriginal …
Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations
3 days ago · We support and regulate corporations. Our vision is for well-governed and self-determining Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations achieving their economic, social …
The History of the Torres Strait Islands and Cultural Identity: …
Dec 9, 2022 · The Torres Strait Islanders have lived as seafaring people across more than 100 islands, shaping a culture that’s still very much alive. Unlike Aboriginal Australians, Torres …
Torres Strait Islanders | Research Starters - EBSCO
Torres Strait Islanders are the indigenous people of the Torres Strait Islands, an archipelago situated between Queensland, Australia, and Papua New Guinea. They are culturally and …