TerraNullius Makes Waves

Attending #ACMI’s premiere of ‘Terra Nullius’ – an Australian film that examines this nation’s sense of self, without apology or exception.  Shout outs to #SodaJerk’s Dan & Dominique, ACMI’s CEO, Katrina Sedgwick and guest film launcher, Kate White, for...

Lived Experiences Shaping Diversity

This morning I participated in a candid session of storytelling, as part of the harmony week celebrations held by SE Water in Frankston. The ‘Lived Experiences’ discussions included four co-panellists; Sebastian, Mazia, Jeremy, Dawn and myself. We each shared our...

Proud to Belong: A Victorian Story

Tonight’s Premier Gala Dinner 2018, heralds Victoria’s Cultural Diversity Week, this year themed ‘Proud to Belong’* . A highlight of the dinner featured the launch of a stunning publication profiling culturally diverse Victorians, who are just that.  Aside from...

But Where Are You Really From?

Tonight I presented a keynote address for the Human Rights Forum, ‘Where Are You Really From’- held by @cityofgreaterbendigo and @zindafestival .  Following my keynote, a superb panel discussion ensued about identity & belonging and how navigating these...

ArtySmarty Indulgence in Melbourne’s Arts Precinct

Enjoyed a night of arts precinct indulgence beginning at the Melbourne Recital Centre for #Rebetiko – a festival celebrating 100 years of Greek urban music of the underground from Istanbul, Athens, Thessaloniki & Melbourne. Next up, at #TheMalthouse, saw one...