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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FashionWhy Magpie Goose Prices Are Changing: Staying True to Ethical Fashion and First Nations Storytelling

Why Magpie Goose Prices Are Changing: Staying True to Ethical Fashion and First Nations Storytelling

Magpie Goose is increasing prices slightly to reflect rising manufacturing costs while staying committed to ethical fashion and First Nations storytelling.

Why We're Making Less This Year: The True Cost of Sustainable Fashion

Why We're Making Less This Year: The True Cost of Sustainable Fashion

This year, we’re making less, not because we want to, but because doing fashion the right way costs more. From fair artist licensing to local, ethical production, every garment we make is a labour ...

Being Visible Allies Every Day

Being Visible Allies Every Day

Every January 26, I wake up with a heavy heart. My day starts with introspection and sadness. I stay in bed a little longer, thinking about the history of this country and how it connects to me, my...