A week in residence at Mount Rothwell Sanctuary, working alongside conservationists and volunteers to protect threatened species, restore habitat, and share insights from the field as an artist and community engagement specialist.

As part of Oceans Eco Motive, I worked with the Sea of Nations team to build their communication strategy, shape their mission, and launch a platform connecting and empowering coastal communities across the Timor and Arafura Seas.

I travelled to Darwin in July to complete the Healthy Country Planning course with Our Common Place. The week was inspiring and practical, focused on collaboration, values, and cultural respect. I left with new tools, stronger networks, and fresh energy to support communities in keeping Country strong.

When I first moved to our bush block on the Mid North Coast, I was standing at the kitchen window when a family of Glossy Black Cockatoos flew into the trees right in front of me. That moment changed everything.

In 2013 I kited across the Torres Strait, helping raise over $70,000 for the McGrath Foundation. The journey connected me with the Masig community, inspiring future work in ethical tourism.