In this episode of Deadly Discussions, We sit down with Haydyn, a descendant of the Adnyamathanha, Yarluyandi, and Narungga peoples, with deep connections to the Flinders Ranges, Yorke Peninsula, Simpson Desert, and South-West Queensland.

As a qualified teacher with over 30 years of experience, Haydyn shares his journey from education to founding Bookabee Australia in 2005, a pioneering business in Aboriginal Cultural Tourism and Consultancy.

The conversation explores:

1. Starting Your Own Business: Insights into transitioning from a teaching career to becoming a leader in cultural tourism.
2. Preserving Culturally Significant Sites: Balancing tourism with the protection of sacred spaces and heritage.
3. Ensuring Sustainability for Future Generations: How Indigenous knowledge can guide modern environmental practices.

Recognised as the City of Adelaide’s 2021 Australia Day Citizen of the Year, Haydyn’s passion for cultural sensitivity, education, and environmental stewardship is both inspiring and educational.

Tune in for an engaging discussion that blends business, culture, and sustainability for a brighter future.