Mainland Days in Torres Ways Learning Resources

Explore Torres Strait Islander culture through language, story, song, and art.
This educational resource brings Meriam Mir, the language of the Meriam people—the easternmost Torres Strait Islanders—into the classroom through beautifully illustrated, English-language stories. This book is one of a set featuring more than 30 Meriam Mir words and 10 everyday Meriam Mir phrases. The collection introduces students to important cultural themes including nature, sea animals, and family life.

Mainland Days in Torres Ways, sang by Ilan Style Fellowship Recipient Rochelle Pitt

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Words / Phrases


Ocean waters - Gur


Children - Omaskir


Island - Kaur


Stories - Ad


Mum - Ama


Home - Ged


Heart - Nerkep


Good morning - Debe Idim