Speaker Profile

I am a Whadjuck/Ballardong Nyoongar and Gija man from Perth, Western Australia, now residing in Melbourne for the past 10 years.

I began my culinary journey as an NICI Alumni Chef, completing my apprenticeship under Ian Curley at The European Group, where I honed my skills in renowned establishments such as French Saloon, European, and Napoli Wine Bar.

Following my qualification, I integrated my cultural knowledge of bushfoods with my culinary expertise at Charcoal Lane Restaurant, where I served as Chef de Partie.

After starting a family, I transitioned from the restaurant industry but continued my passion for bush foods at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne, working at both the Cranbourne and Melbourne locations as an Aboriginal Learning Facilitator and Heritage Guide.

Currently, I serve as the Melbourne Program Coordinator for NICI, where I am dedicated to empowering First Nations people to become apprentice chefs and future leaders in the industry.