Isaiah Columbine
Diploma of Community Services
Winner of the 2019 NAIDOC Youth Award for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, Isaiah is a passionate youth leader for the Deadly Kids program. His maturity, dedication, and natural ability to connect with others have made him a respected figure in community services, where he continues to make a meaningful impact.
Isaiah is known for his valuable contributions to the Diversity Unit, where he shares his knowledge of First Nations cultural heritage with openness and respect. His willingness to educate others enriches the learning environment and fosters greater understanding and appreciation among his peers.
Currently working in the welfare sector, Isaiah supports First Nations people facing hardship. His role in the community helps individuals reconnect with their culture and heritage, providing vital support and guidance.
Kyle Lambley
Certificate III in Carpentry
Proud Indigenous carpenter, Kyle is deeply passionate about his cultural heritage. Despite having had a difficult time in high school, Kyle found a positive and encouraging environment at Holmesglen, where he has built strong relationships with both classmates and teachers.
His dedication to his craft and future prospects was demonstrated in his decision to make a significant sacrifice of his income by taking on an apprenticeship. Despite some time off due to health issues, Kyle remained determined to succeed and with the support of his teachers, returned to continue with his training.
Kyles’s involvement with community includes serving as a mentor for the Kick Start Program, an initiative designed to create opportunities for talented Indigenous youth, a role he embraced with pride and commitment.en.
Sara Terry
Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Passionate advocate for the exchange of cultural knowledge and practices, Sara is intent on exploring the relationship between culture and ecosystems. She leads Noongar language workshops for primary schools, using songs to engage children and share the rich traditions of the southwest Aboriginal people of Western Australia.
In 2024, Sara was selected as a Birrurung Ranger, where she received professional development in waterway monitoring and attained her General Fire Fighting Accreditation. Her involvement in this program reflects her commitment to both cultural preservation and environmental stewardship.
Sara has contributed to the development of future Narrap projects, presented at the 2024 Victorian LandCare Awards, and represented the Narrap Rangers as a panellist at the From the Ground Up Film Festival.