S3 Episode 6 - Mick Harding - Dancing Wombat - Wood Burning & Contemporary Indigenous Art

S3 Episode 6 - Mick Harding - Dancing Wombat - Wood Burning & Contemporary Indigenous Art

Author: Isaac Harrison December 4, 2024 Duration: 38:43

This week, we sit down with Mick Harding, the founder of Ngarga Warendj – Dancing Wombat, a thriving Indigenous business blending art, culture, and innovation.

From his workshop on Gunai Kurnai country near Morwell, Mick shares how he turned his passion for Aboriginal art into a successful enterprise, creating unique products like shields and cutting boards featuring traditional symbols.

Learn how Uncle Mick rediscovered his heritage, scaled his business with family support, and used innovation—like a laser cutter funded by Indigenous Business Australia—to increase production and grow his brand.


Isaac Harrison hosts Deadly Discussions, a series of conversations that digs into the human stories behind meaningful enterprise. Each episode moves beyond spreadsheets and business plans to explore how leaders and founders build ventures that genuinely serve the people around them. You’ll hear from individuals who measure success not just in profit, but in positive impact, discussing the real-world challenges and triumphs of running operations that support both communities and families. This podcast sits at the unique intersection of practical management, entrepreneurial spirit, and non-profit ethos, offering a grounded perspective often missing from typical business talk. The dialogue focuses on the decisions, values, and daily work that define a purpose-driven career. Tune in for honest reflections on what it means to do good business, providing listeners with both inspiration and actionable insight from those who are quietly getting it done.
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