Kanahooka - Place names
Kanahooka
Parish of Calderwood County of Camden
Kanahooka was named after Kana (King) Hooka, an Aboriginal chief. Kana Hooka was head of the Five Islanders, who were based near Hooka Creek at what is now Berkeley. The Aborigines referred to Kanahooka as "Kullillah", meaning a native meeting place.
Last Modified: 25/07/2008
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