QUEEN OF RADIO | AMATHEA MAMARIKA

Amathea Mamarika is the station manager of Umbakumba Radio. The radio plays a large role in community life providing entertainment, news and weather. In this short film we follow Amathea's journey from humble beginnings to a grand vision for her people and broadcasting.

Length

6 mins

Starring

Amathea Mamarika

Featuring

Percy Bishop
Jonathan Mamarika
James Mamarika
Edith Bara
Geanelle Mamarika
Noeleen Lalara

Production

Britten Syd Andrews
Rylson Lalara
Alberston Lalara

Post-Production

Britten Syd Andrews

Language Support

Sarah Mamarika
Donna Mamarika
Judy Lalara
Carol Wurrumara
Karla Zuluaga
Brighde Collins
Cindy Bara
Katelynn Bara
Rylson Lalara

Special Thanks

Anindilyakwa Land Council Preserving Culture Department: Groote Broadcasting
Anindilyakwa Media
Groote Eylandt Language Centre
Anindilyakwa Arts
Umbakumba School