Grandfather Sun is shining bright on Bidjigal and Gadigal land as I arrive on set with First Nations trailblazers, Elaine George, Charlee Fraser, Magnolia Maymuru and Cindy Rostron – all four women are involved with the mentorship program run by First Nations Fashion + Design (FNFD), a nonprofit organisation working to give Indigenous creatives a voice. True to the season, the day is warm and dry and begins with a Welcome to Country and a Smoking Ceremony on Malabar Beach to the south of Sydney. This practice offers safe passage and cleansing for all. With a 3.30am call time, it’s clear
