Ruby Hunter

Ruby Hunter

Ruby was an Indigenous singer, art performer, mother and song writer and was born in South Australia. She also published children’s fiction and poetry as well as a musical based on her life.
Ruby, who died in 2010 aged 54, was part of the Stolen Generation and suffered many traumas over time.

Her early teens were affected by substance misuse, homelessness and chaotic and painful memories. Throughout all of this she was a strong and proud Ngarrindjeri/ Kokatha/ Pitgantgatgara woman.
Ruby rose above significant adversity and stood tall in her support for Aboriginal women. music and the arts. She was a strong role model for young people suffering from issues related to substance misuse.