Awabakal.

Awabakal means people of Awaba— which in ritual language means Lake Macquarie.  Pre-contact, there were four Awabakal clans with each respecting territorial boundaries—but meeting for social and ceremonial occasions.

Historical written records note that traditional Awabakal were a very spiritual and moral people with a high level of honesty and respect for their elders.  They doted on their children.  Important decisions were made by all adult members; men and women.

After 1837, the number of Awabakal was substantially reduced by disease and massacre but many descendants recognise the significance of Traditional Awabakal Country.

More information:
Virtual Sourcebook for Aboriginal Studies in the Hunter Region Guide
Hunter Living Histories - Awabakal
Miromaa
Lake Macquarie City Council - Awabakal​
English-Awabakal Dictionary
​Awabakal Local Aboriginal Land Council