Darug, Dharawal, Gundungurra and Darginung languages were traditionally spoken in the Greater Sydney region. In NSW today, the most common languages still spoken are Wiradjuri, in central NSW, and Gamilaraay, in western NSW. While none of these languages are widely spoken, significant steps are being taken to revitalise them. You’ll learn more about the revitalisation of languages in the next section and from Creative Spirits, Aboriginal language preservation and revival webpage for more information about the importance of language to Aboriginal people.
Aboriginal Languages and Nations in NSW & ACT Map
Limitations of this map
This map is based on the AIATSIS map of Indigenous Australia, which was produced for a general reading audience. The map is not definitive and is not the only information available which maps language and social groups. See also AUSTLANG. Source: Reconciliation NSW