WELLESLEY ISLANDS

Wellesley Islands, QLD 4892, is a remote locality in the Gulf of Carpentaria, comprising a group of islands off the northern coast of Queensland, Australia. The largest and most well-known island in the group is Mornington Island, which is home to the Aboriginal community of Gununa. The islands are part of the traditional lands of the Lardil, Yangkaal, Gangalidda, and Kaiadilt peoples. Known for their rich Indigenous culture, stunning natural landscapes, and marine biodiversity, the Wellesley Islands are sparsely populated and offer a unique, off-the-grid lifestyle. The area is accessible by air and sea, with limited infrastructure, making it a place of solitude and connection to traditional ways of life. Fishing, cultural tourism, and art are central to the local economy.

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Postcode: 4892
State: QLD
Coordinates (lat/long): -14.6604, 143.3735
Federal Electorate: Leichhardt

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