UNCLE MICKEY

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Senior Aboriginal Man Mickey Kumatpi Marrutya O’Brien – or Uncle Mickey – is a descendant of the Kaurna (Adelaide Plains) and Narrunga (Yorke Peninsula) peoples.

Mickey is a passionate champion of Aboriginal culture, language and history, and in particular has been recognised for his work with youth. 



Three things you might not know

  • He's met Buzz Aldrin (the second man on the moon)
  • His Aboriginal name 'Kumatpi' means 'the impatient one'
  • Has played for the Port Adelaide Magpies in the SANFL


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Outfit

Uncle Mickey wears Gazman, available to shop in the city at the Rundle Place store.



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