Samara Billy

Samara is a proud Alawa woman and has lived in Minyerri community her whole life. She played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Minyerri Arts and Cultural Centre and is one of the entrepreneurs behind the Gulbarn Tea business. Gulbarn is a bush medicine that grows naturally on Alawa country - Samara shares the tea with cafes and restaurants around Australia and the world! Samara is proud of being a positive role model for her daughters – Jayzena, Ashlene and Letty. She is raising them to be smart, innovative, connected to culture and to work hard. 

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Visiting Mparntwe (Alice Springs) and the Ewyenper Atwatye artists

Visiting Mparntwe (Alice Springs) and the Ewyenper Atwatye artists

Sep 18, 2024

Magpie Goose team returned to Mparntwe to visit the Ewyenper Atwatye artists, coordinate a fun little photoshoot, host a pop-up shop, and soak in all the beautiful artwork while connecting with so ...

SustainableMagpie Goose takes Gold at the Clean + Conscious Awards 2024

Magpie Goose takes Gold at the Clean + Conscious Awards 2024

Aug 21, 2024

Magpie Goose has received the Gold award for Best Sustainable Womenswear at the Clean + Conscious Awards 2024!

Empowering Communities and Protecting Country: Our Special Collaboration with Firesticks Alliance

Empowering Communities and Protecting Country: Our Special Collaboration with Firesticks Alliance

Jul 5, 2024

Our collaboration with Firesticks Alliance is a really special opportunity to learn. We interview Rachel Steffensen, People and Partnerships Manager at Firesticks Alliance.