Torres Strait Islanders
Collection by Martha zaro
Torres Strait Islanders are the indigenous people of the Torres Strait Islands, part of Queensland, Australia. They are culturally and genetically Melanesian people, as are the people of Papua New Guinea. They are distinct from the Aboriginal people of the rest of Australia, and are generally referred to separately.
Japanese pearl diver
Location: Thursday Island, Australia. Description: A Japanese pearl diver on a pearl lugger at Thursday Island, Torres Strait, Queensland. He is wearing a diving suit, without the helmet. View this image at the State Library of Queensland: hdl.handle.net/10462/deriv/88345 Information about State Library of Queensland’s collection: www.slq.qld.gov.au/resources/picture-queensland You are free to use this image without permission. Please attribute State Library of Queensland.
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Cairns and Great Barrier Reef
Sunrise over Thursday Island, Torres Strait. The unique tropical region is the home of indigenous Torres Strait Islanders. #TorresStrait #Thursdayisland
Australia Wallpaper: Coral Reef - Torres Strait Island
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Cultural Event and Exhibit Follow Opening of Session of Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
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Torres Strait Light Infantry Battalion, 1945