Cole Baxter is a Noongar man, born and raised on Whadjuk Noongar Boodja. Cole is particularly drawn to observational photography and is actively engaged in community events. He is regularly seen documenting rallies, protests and other political demonstrations in Boorloo/Perth. Cole was the principal photographer for “Ngaluk Waangkiny” (Us Talking); a book that explores the legacies of the Noongar elders on the City of Perth council. This book was self-published through the Community Arts Network in partnership with the ABC.

Favourite sea creature
Maali (Black Swan) eat only plants, just like me and are native to Noongar Boodja.

Madeleine Lombardi is broadcaster and journalist primarily based in Boorloo/Perth. From Italian ancestry, Madeleine grew up listening to her Nonni (grandparents) speak about their migration from Italy to Australia which sparked her curiosity from a young age to understand stories from different perspectives. Since pursuing journalism, Madeleine has completed education in her field, endeavoured her own projects and worked with community radio station RTRFM 92.1. Madeleine is currently hosting the Thursday current affairs program On the Record, the All City Hip Hop show and producing CBAA nominated program Herstory for RTRFM.

Favourite sea creature
My favourite sea creature would have to be the humble crab. They're hard shelled but soft centred, symbolic of their defensive yet resilient and sentimental nature. If you couldn't already tell... they're also emblematic of my star sign, cancer.