On Friday morning I had the honour of photographing the annual International Women’s Day Breakfast at Government House for the second year in a row.
It was an inspiring morning hearing from award-winning ABC journalist Sally Sara AM as the keynote speaker. Sally shared powerful insights from her time reporting in some of the world’s most challenging environments. Sally said something that hit home “The most dangerous place for a woman to be is not a war zone - it’s in her own home. And for women who are in those dangerous situations on the domestic front, that is their country, and they may have little power, not much at all. They are little countries. So, what we do in families, as aunties, as mothers, as grandmothers, as great-grandmothers, as people in the community, as teachers, that is equally as important.”
Hearing Sally’s words, and Her Excellency’s equally moving remarks on the collective responsibility we all share to create a more just world for women and girls, was incredibly motivating.
These are the kinds of events and messages that fill me with hope and determination as a woman and a storyteller. Grateful to have been there to capture it all and to be surrounded by such inspiring women.
#IWD2026 #InternationalWomensDay #IWD #SouthAustralia #Adelaide
The Coast is Calling 🌞 a very special project to have been apart of.
Five years ago I moved to South Australia, and this campaign felt like a full-circle moment. I came on board as 2nd Unit Production Assistant and also featured as talent - which made it even more meaningful. I really love this state, so being part of something that supports its coastal communities makes me very proud.
The passionate locals I met on the Yorke Peninsula were incredible - people who deeply love where they live and who deserve our support.
It was also so special to work alongside such talented, kind humans. We all supported each other and worked so well as a team.
Very grateful to call this work🥹
A big thank you to @hellomaeking for asking me to be on board and trusting that I would be suitable joining this crew.
Created for @southaustralia via the best @fullerbrand
Client - South Australian Tourism Commission
Executive Director, Marketing - Erik de Roos
Marketing Manager - Louise Magor
Marketing Coordinator - Shannon Thomas
Digital Media Specialist - Aubrey Guevara
Agency - Fuller Brand Communication
Managing Director - Will Fuller
Creative Director - Nicholas Muecke, Niccola Phillips
Head of Strategy - Jordaine Chattaway
Group Account Director - Nadia Rossi
Production - Mae King
Producer - Nicola Tate
Associate Producer - Annalise Menzel
Production Assistant - Elyse Adams
Director - Nicholas Muecke
DOP - Michael Tessari
1st AC - Jake Cooper
Gaffer - Nic Datson
LX Assist - James Haskard, Mat Schmidt, Andy Robertson
Art Department - Lili Harrison
Vehicle Wrangler - Ben Brooks
Wardrobe - Chloe Spalding
HMUA - Natasha Stone
Photographer - Christopher Morrison
2nd Unit Cinematographer - Jack Turner
2nd Unit Production Assistant - Ashley Swallow
Editor - Nicholas Muecke
Online - Brody King, Stepney Studios
Colourist - Greta Van Oyen
Sound & Music - HyperDynamic
Casting - Nicola Tate, Elyse Adams, Nicholas Muecke
“Project Goobang” is a story of adventure, discovery and motherhood. A 130km journey through the heart of Goobang National Park, Sarah pushed limits and uncovered the beauty of her own backyard.
On Sunday, this short documentary will be releasing on YouTube, exactly one year since the adventure took place.
Director, editor: @declanhartleybrown_
DOP: @justinbroughton_
Producer, Photographer: @ashleyswallow_creative
a few favourites from @sydney_marathon last week !!! it’s hard to explain how much energy there was out there and how emotional it was just as a spectator - to be there witnessing history was something else ⚡️
and I got to capture some of the greatest of all time racing on the streets of Sydney 🥺
#sydney #sydneymarathon #abbottworldmarathonmajors #australia
👏 WHAT 👏 A 👏 WEEK 👏 we spent 5 days in Sydney shooting for @brooksrunningau around the Sydney Marathon !!! 🥺🏃🏻♀️
The Hyperion Houseboat was hands down THE best way to see Sydney and all the finishers of the marathon!
We had such an incredible week with the team at Brooks, the BRC, athletes, local run clubs, podcasters and everyone involved in making the week so special 🫶
#sydney #sydneymarathon #sydneymarathon2025 #brooksrunning
PROUD PROUD PROUD🥺 (this definitely deserved a spot on the feed!!)
Since Feb 2024, we’ve been working with Tim and Michelle and have been part of the @stillrunning_for_stillbirth team. This was such a special project to work on. What Michelle and Tim have been through is absolutely heartbreaking and all they want is for fewer families to experience the pain of losing a child the way they did.
Last November, we followed Michelle as she set out to run from Adelaide to Melbourne (!!) to raise $1 million for the @stillbirthfoundation - from the very start, the goal was to document the whole journey and create a film that would raise awareness about stillbirth in Australia, push for change, and help break the silence.
Stillbirth is more common than most people realise:
- Six babies are stillborn every day in Australia, that’s over 2,000 families affected every year.
- The rate of stillbirth in Australia hasn’t significantly improved in decades, despite advances in prenatal care.
- Many of these losses are preventable but there needs to be more awareness, funding, and open conversations.
I was lucky enough to produce the film, photograph, and post on socials throughout the run, and @justinbroughton_ filmed the entire journey and has put together the most incredible documentary that I can’t wait for you all to see🥺
It premieres THIS WEDNESDAY in Adelaide at Event Cinemas Glenelg! There’ll be more info soon on where else it’ll be shown across the country, let us know if you’d want it in a cinema near you!
I’ll also be sharing more soon about the run itself and what it was like to help bring this story to life!
#stillbirth #stillbirthawareness #stillbirthaustralia #stillbirthfoundationaustralia #australianfilm #australianfilmmaker #australiandocumentary #documentaryfilm
this feeling is pretty surreal ✨
to have collaborated on this documentary project with my best friend and partner is something I could only dream of and now to call it work, is extra special.
as I mentioned last night “everyone has a story and we get the opportunity to tell it authentically and creatively” (or something along those lines😅) - meeting likeminded people like @sar679 in this journey, telling her story and now becoming such good friends is what it’s all about for me.
a huge thank you to our friends, local community and people who wanted to show their support by coming to our adelaide screening last night! we packed out the room and had some really lovely questions and feedback!
@themercury.adl was the perfect venue and we are super keen to make more films and do this all over again!!
now time to enter @projectgoobang into film festivals so many, many more of you can watch it 🎬🧡
Director: @declanhartleybrown_
DOP: @justinbroughton_
Producer, Photographer: @ashleyswallow_creative
#adelaidefilm #screenaustralia
Adelaide! We’re so excited to announce a pop up screening of my our new film “Project Goobang” this Tuesday the 15th at The Mercury!
Join us for the film, Q&A and an opportunity to network with Adelaide creatives and filmmakers!
Tickets are $10 - link is in my bio.
6:30pm - 8:30pm, see you there !!
Parkes, NSW played host to something truly special on Friday - the film premiere of ‘Project Goobang’!
This isn’t just a running documentary; it’s a powerful and intimate journey through 130 kilometers of Goobang National Park’s rugged trails and untamed wilderness, exploring the incredible strength of motherhood and the resilience of the human spirit.
To have been part of Project Goobang was an absolute privilege. From the very beginning, witnessing @sar679 unwavering determination and focus was inspiring. Her vision for @projectgoobang is truly incredible, and it felt special to be involved in something so deeply personal.
This film captures an unfiltered adventure from the southernmost tip to its northern edge of Goobang NP, showcasing both its stunning beauty and the immense challenge of pushing beyond limits. At its heart, it’s a testament to resilience – a mother embracing an immense challenge while bringing her daughter along on the journey, proving that strength and determination walk hand-in-hand with motherhood.
Parkes has truly become our home away from home, and we’re so grateful for the wonderful family and community we’ve gained.
Next steps will be showing this film to more of you (stay tuned) and entering it into film festivals!!
Director - @declanhartleybrown_
DOP - @justinbroughton_
Producer, Photographer - @ashleyswallow_creative
We’re beyond excited to welcome Kylie Brockmann as our guest speaker for the Project Goobang Film Premiere! She’s set to bring wisdom, inspiration, and plenty of heart to the night —you won’t want to miss this.
Kylie is a strong, passionate woman who believes motherhood is her most important role in life. She believes in using life’s everyday moments as powerful learning opportunities, shaping her approach as both a mother and a mentor. She is deeply passionate about health and fitness, dedicating herself to helping others make positive, lasting changes in their lives. Taking charge of her own path, Kylie has been involved in the fitness industry for some time, and is more recently a coach at Blackridge Fitness in Forbes, where she empowers her community to prioritise their health, build resilience, and take control of their well-being.
Kylie has also been a pillar of strength through her son Nedd’s incredible endurance feats, witnessing firsthand what it means to push beyond limits, overcome adversity, and strive for more. Her experiences have deepened her understanding of resilience, mindset, and the power of human potential—values she brings into her coaching and everyday life.
Kylie’s journey is one of strength, purpose, and unwavering commitment to empowering others.
Tickets are selling fast, and with limited seating, make sure you grab yours now and be part of this unforgettable night! Link in bio 🔗
#projectgoobang #parkesnsw #centralwestnsw
We are beyond excited to announce the premiere of Project Goobang! Join us on Friday the 4th of April, in Parkes, for an unforgettable night celebrating adventure, resilience, and the wild beauty of Goobang National Park.
Director, editor: @declanhartleybrown_
DOP: @justinbroughton_
Producer, Photographer: @ashleyswallow_creative
The night will feature special guest speaker @kylie_brockmann , plus a Q&A session and exciting giveaways (more details soon!).
Ticket link in bio 🔗
A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for making this project possible.
@evolution_mining & Triple Flag Precious Metals
Central West Funerals
Central West Fluid Power
@parkesrunninggroup
Goodsell Machinery
Goodsell Group
Bella’s Licensed Italian Restaurant
@kerin.health
And remember—get out there!
