Our cultural team had the honour of having young Robbie for a few days and nights to reconnect with culture, community and mob here in Newcastle. Robbie spent days visiting NAIDOC stalls, connecting with community members and making cultural connections with many First Nations mob. Valuable time spent!
Here are a few words from Robbie:
Newcastle Trip Experience
My trip up to Newcastle I didn’t know what to expect considering I never been there before, but as soon as I got off the plane & met the mob & Barry I felt normal and at home, it was good having Barry around and meeting Brad they like father figures considering I never had a father and I’m used to making relationships just to break them then go bad to bad.
Hearing Brads story & knowing he made big league footy was inspiring, and same with Barry & it just motivated me. From the carnivals to the yarning, footy training and early runs it felt like a had a motivating role model in my life for once, and Barry said this quote to me that he was tolled when he was younger “My Life Doesn’t Revolve Around You’ and I’m understanding that now.
I’m really grateful for Barry & his partner opening their door to me & getting to meet Macie, Elkie & Baby Barry, it really did feel like home and I hope to see yous again.
- Robbie