Australian Creation Legends

Australian Creation Legends
   The Creation Legends of the Australians vary considerably from tribe to tribe. Details are given under the following headings: Auahi-Turoa, Awhiowhio, Baiame, Birral, Bun-Jil, Daramulun, Darawigal, Imberombera, Kohin, Koin, Kutchis, Maamba, Martummere, Mimi, Mormo, Mungan-Ngana, Muraian, Mura-Muras (Muramura), Nurelli, Nurrundere, Pun-Gel, Tundun, Twanyrika, Wyirrawarre.

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