Deadly Vibe Issue 89 July, 2004 Home and away High-flying Saint Xavier Clarke is not only on the fast track to the top of the AFL but he is also proving himself one of the finest young Indigenous role models in sport. Since he debuted with St Kilda in 2000, Xavier, who moved to Melbourne […]
Deadly Vibe Issue 91 September 2004 The Eagle soars Making it in the AFL takes constant improvement and development. And for a young player with all the potential in the world, living up to expectations and performing at the highest level week in, week out can be a real test of character and talent. One […]
Deadly Vibe Issue 62 April 2002 Tricky Trindall is a key factor in the Bulldogs’ push for domination this season. Tricky by name and tricky by nature (at least on the field), Darrell ‘Tricky’ Trindall’s a proud Gamilaroi man who just happens to be one of the best halfbacks in the National Rugby League (NRL). […]
TRAINING Aboriginal Islander Dance Theatre American Field Scholarship for study in Alaska THEATRE Aliwa Company B, Belvoir St Theatre Magpie Melbourne Workers Theatre Malaysia Tour 2000 Collection of songs & dances for the Black Swan Black and Tran Melbourne International Comedy Festival Solid Perth International Arts Festival & Touring Up the Road Company B, Belvoir […]
TELEVISION All Aussie Adventures: Working Dog Eugenie Sandler P.I.: Jo the Ice Cream Vendor, Burberry Productions The Genie from Down Under – II: Mr. Repo, ACTF Prods Ltd Ocean Girl III & IV: Dave, Westbridge Production Pacific Drive: Ross, Warner Bros The Man From Snowy River III: Toby King, Pro Films No 3 Pty Ltd […]
Deadly Vibe Issue 94, December 2004 A capital idea Gold Coast singer-songwriter Toni Janke spent her early years growing up in Cairns, but her favourite memories are of Canberra, where she lived from the age of 10 until she finished high school. ” Dad got another job working for the government,” Toni says, explaining the […]
Formed in 1992, South West Syndicate are a collective of predominantly Indigenous musicians and performers from Sydney. Core members are Brothablack, Monkey Mark, Naz, Nadine, Les and Terrance, with additional members including Kider, Dax, Ebony, Mohammed and Steven. Members’ ages vary from nine to thirtysomething. SWS’ music is best described as hip-hop. The music incorporates […]
Dannielle Hall made her debut at a major international film festival with the role of the troubled Lena, in Ivan Sen’s debut feature Beneath Clouds. Not only did the film win the Premiere First Movie Award at this year’s prestigious Berlin Film Festival, but Dannielle walked away with the Piper Heidsieck New Talent Award for […]
Deadly Vibe Issue 92 October 2004 Jade North, men’s soccer Jade North, a 22-year-old defender from Sunnybank in Queensland, was selected in the Australian Joeys team for the 1999 Under-17 World Cup played in New Zealand while he was on an Australian Institute of Sport Soccer scholarship. At the tournament, Australia lost 2-1 to soccer […]
Deadly Vibe Issue 101 July 2005 Growing Pains He’s black and he’s back – Brothablack releases his long-awaited album. One of the country’s pioneers of Indigenous hip hop is returning in 2005 from a long-overdue hiatus. With some heavy ammunition in the shape of a new album and a renewed hunger for mainstream recognition, Brothablack […]
Deadly Vibe Issue 67 September 2002 Make Mine A Mary They were the darlings of folk and world music festivals from Woodford to Womad, a sublime trio with vocals to swoon for. So whatever happened to Tiddas? Well, as original member Amy Saunders tells Deadly Vibe, a new-look sisterhood is set to enchant us all […]
In his final year of training at Sydney’s National Institute of Dramatic Arts, Michael Tuahine is set to consolidate his burgeoning career in the performing arts. Even before gaining admission to NIDA’s highly competitive acting course, Michael had proven that he has what it takes. A professional entertainer for over eight years, he has been […]
FAST EDDIE FLIES FOR ESSENDON This Tiwi Islander is following in the footsteps of the great Michael Long. Edward Darcy is on top of the world. The reason? On Friday, 7 June he was named recipient of the first Michael Long Scholarship Program. Developed in partnership with ATSIC and Essendon Football Club, the scholarship is […]
Deadly Vibe Issue 66 August 2002 Stealth Bomber Cory McGrath has been playing at the senior level since the beginning of last year. In that time he’s managed to impress selectors and coach alike with his fast pace and solid defensive skills. Born in Northam, Western Australia in 1979, Cory has Wongi heritage and grew […]
Deadly Vibe Issue 104, October 2005 A Deadly Dame The Queen of the Kimberley makes her Deadlys debut. Mary G was in full flight at this year’s awards as she picked up her very first Deadly for Excellence in Film and Theatrical Score. She won the award with her band, The G Spot Band, for […]
As a member of the Tiddas trio, Lou Bennett toured the world, gaining fans like Billy Bragg along the way. Releasing a total of four records, the group’s unique sound garnered them three Deadlys and an ARIA before they called it quits in 2000. Lou Bennett has since released a solo album, Time Out, a […]
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