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Nick dhamarrandji
Nick dhamarrandji
Clan: Dhamarrandji
Homeland: Ŋuruwuy'tjurr
Moiety: Dhuwa
Totems: Shark and brown snake
My name is Nick Dhamarrandji and I live in Galiwin'ku in East Arnhem Land. I like to play football at the oval and go hunting with my family and friends.
Waŋarr means totems, these are special animals for Yolŋu people. My design is dolphin and this dolphin belongs to the Guyula clan. I chose this design because it is a kind and nice animal. This totem will be danced when someone passes away. The dolphin is my Mari, that means grandfather.