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Melissa Meehan

Indigenous language names preserve local pride of place

Aunty Geraldine Atkinson says dual naming is a simple step to show respect and help culture thrive. (Morgan Hancock/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Governments and organisations are being encouraged to embrace local Indigenous languages when naming places and buildings.

Naming new places such as schools and hospitals is an important step in keeping those languages alive, the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria says.

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