Cultural Protocols

The Larrakia people have developed a set of cultural protocols for visitors to Larrakia land. 

These protocols apply to both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal visitors and residents on Larrakia Country.

They are as follows:

  • The Larrakia people are the Aboriginal traditional owners of all land and waters of the greater Darwin area including identified Aboriginal living areas.
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  • Aboriginal lore/law requires respect for the cultural authority of the traditional owners.
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  • Larrakia speak for Larrakia country; other traditional owners speak for their traditional lands.
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  • We have a mutual obligation to care for our country with our neighbours.
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  • Visitors should be aware that we have a body of knowledge in our land and waters, which includes sites of significance.
  • Larrakia people expect visitors and service providers to be aware of Larrakia cultural obligations and to respect and acknowledge them.
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  • Visitors have the right to be treated with respect and understanding.
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  • All visitors are responsible for their behaviour and should respect guidance of Larrakia.
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  • Inappropriate behaviour reflects badly on Larrakia people and we do not accept it.
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  • Learning about country is everybody’s responsibility and it is also the responsibility of government and non-government agencies.