Rhoda Roberts
Widjabul-Waybal woman of the Bundjalung nation and prominent cultural leader, storyteller and arts programmer who coined the term 'Welcome to Country' and was creative director for the Awakening segment of the 2000 Sydney Olympic Opening Ceremony.
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Apr 2, 2026 • 47min
Encore: Remembering cultural leader and storyteller Rhoda Roberts
Rhoda Roberts, a Widjabul-Waybal woman of the Bundjalung nation and celebrated cultural leader who coined 'Welcome to Country'. She recalls country, family and keeping language alive. She speaks about caring for her twin after traumatic brain injury, creating the Awakening segment for the 2000 Olympics, and confronting systemic racism and missing women in her region.
Jan 28, 2025 • 43min
Nicky Winmar and Rhoda Roberts − showing racism in sport the red card
Nicky Winmar, a Noongar AFL legend known for his courageous stand against racism, joins Rhoda Roberts, a Bundjalung producer and journalist, and Naomi Moran, CEO of Koori Mail. They discuss the ongoing challenges of racism in sports and the importance of truth-telling in First Nations communities. The conversation highlights the powerful impact of family stories on identity and resilience, explores the struggles of Indigenous athletes, and emphasizes the need for mentorship and community support in overcoming adversity.
