Kooma
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Kooma Language Group
Alternative Spellings
Guwamu, Guamu, Oamu, Kuam, Kuamu. Forebearers were Koamu
Location
They existed on the Balonne River starting south of St.George, as far as Angledool, Hebei, and Brenda. Their western terrain extended to Bollon and Nebine Creek. Dirranbandi also was part of their territory.
Language
Koamu language is often classified as a dialect of Bidjara.
Totems
Further Information
The Kooma People’s determination spans an area approximately 2,950 square kilometers in the south-west region of Queensland, and falls within the Maranoa, Balonne, Murweh and Paroo local government regions this was recognised in 2014.
Dreaming stories
The Rainbow Serpent
The Story
This story tells of how the rainbow serpent slithered along the Warrego River and dug out water holes which were populated with yellow-belly catfish and cod.
Other Images