koories

Koorie is an Aboriginal Australian term used in Victoria to refer to Aboriginal people. The word itself is part of the language of the Koorie people, who are Indigenous to the south-east of Australia. It is a broad term encompassing various language groups and cultural practices within Victoria. Koorie is often used in contrast to "Aboriginal" or "Indigenous" when specifically referring to the First Peoples of Victoria. It is a term of self-identification and is widely used by Koorie communities and organizations in the region. The use of the term reflects a connection to land, culture, and identity specific to the south-east of Australia. It is important to understand that while "Koorie" is a widely accepted and used term in Victoria, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are diverse, and terminology can vary significantly across different regions and language groups throughout Australia.