Mimungkum (QLD)

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Location: A small tribe speaking a dialect of Wikmunkan and belonging to the group associated with that tribe; 8 on NE map. They live about 12 miles inland, south of Cape Keerweer and on the Kendall River in an area approximately 8 by 10 miles (13 by 16 km.), locally known as 'Ti-Tree.' The Wik- form of their name has not been reported-for all the other small tribes of this area, see under Wik-. A name Wikmumin is noted under the tribal heading Wikampama but could belong here.

Co-ordinates: 141°55'E x 14°15'S

Area: 80 sq. m (200 sq. km.)

References: MacKenzie, 1960 MS (see note under Wikmunkan).

Inventory Listings

Item AA 338/18/09 - Mitchell River (3111)