Guest speaking & keynotes
Culture. Identity.Story. Connection.
Taylor shares an honest and personal story about culture, identity, education, fatherhood and finding where you belong. Through storytelling, reflection and humour, he encourages audiences to think about their own journey.
A story grounded in lived experience
Finding the wayback to culture.
Taylor is a proud Ngiyampaa and Wiradjuri man who grew up disconnected from much of his culture. His journey of reconnecting has shaped his work as an author, cultural educator, facilitator and father.
He shares the challenges, opportunities and people that shaped his path — from returning to education and reconnecting with culture to becoming an award-winning vocational student, author and national speaker.
His message is not about asking everyone to share the same story. It is about encouraging people to recognise the value of their own.
Speaking themes
Shaped around youraudience & purpose.
Culture and Identity
Taylor’s experience of growing up disconnected from culture and finding his way back.
Finding Your Story
Recognising the people, experiences and connections that have shaped who you are.
Education and Opportunity
How returning to education created opportunities Taylor never expected and changed the direction of his life.
Family and Legacy
Creating stronger connections for the next generation and helping children feel proud of who they are.
Recognition
Author, educator &award-winningVET alumni.
- Australian VET Alumni
- 2024 Victorian Training Awards — Koorie Student of the Year
- 2024 Australian Training Awards finalist
- 2025 Australian Training Awards mentor
- 2026 Australian Training Awards mentor
- Victorian Training Awards judge
- Co-author of Our Mob, Our Dance and My Dreamtime Match
- Cultural educator and facilitator
Speaking for
Stages, schoolsand community.
Conferences & Awards
Keynotes and personal storytelling for conferences, ceremonies and professional events.
Schools & Young People
Motivational presentations encouraging young people to recognise and value their own story.
Education & Training Events
Presentations about vocational education, opportunity, mentoring and personal growth.
Community Events
Storytelling for cultural celebrations, community gatherings and special events.
Currently in development
Stories from Within
A developing keynote and interactive program built around the power of personal story — with separate versions for primary schools, secondary schools and organisations. Formal keynote bookings are made through Speakers Ink.
Plan a session
Bring Taylor’s storyto your event.
Contact Birrang Cultural Connections directly to discuss Stories from Within or a tailored presentation.