Bidyadanga Community

Bidyadanga is a community in Western Australia. It is the biggest Aboriginal community in the state. It is a remote place. The community has been involved in publications of local stories.

 Geography 
Bidyadanga is on the coast of the Kimberley region in Western Australia. It is about 180 kilometers (110 miles) south of Broome. It is a long way from Perth, the capital city, about 1,590 kilometers (990 miles).

The traditional owners of the land are the Karajarri people. But many other language groups also live in Bidyadanga.

 Demographics 
About 750 people live in Bidyadanga. The word "Bidyadanga" comes from a local word that means "emu watering hole."

 History 
The area was first a place where the government gave food to people. This was in 1903. Later, it became a mission run by missionaries.

In 1975, the Bidyadanga Aboriginal Community La Grange (BACLG) was started to help run the community. In 1982, the community became independent from the mission.

 Bidyadanga Aboriginal Community La Grange Inc 
The Bidyadanga Aboriginal Community La Grange Inc (BACLG) is a group that helps manage programs for the community. A council made of people from different language groups governs this organization.

 Climate 
Bidyadanga has a hot and dry climate. Summers are very hot and humid, and there is some rain. Winters are warm and dry.