Hayley McAdam is a young Larrakia and Arrente woman, born in Darwin, Northern Territory with her mum’s side of the family. She comes from strong roots with her mother Violet Mills being the youngest of the Mills Sisters, they’re Larrakia, Kungarakun, Jawoyn and Gurindji women. Well known for performing around Australia with many impressive artists.
Growing up in Darwin she was surrounded with music, culture, family performing on stage with family which turned into great memories. While living in Darwin Hayley was training to be a customer service specialist with the Commonwealth Bank where she honed her skills in dealing with people.
Hayley loves sports…having played for the Palmerston magpies with Netball and Football. Her father Gilbert McAdam is an Arrente, Yamba and Kija man. He has played in the AFL and has since worked in media for sports being on TV and radio commentating AFL. It was a proud moment for our family when the McAdam Growden grandstand in Alice Springs was named after the McAdam brothers for their contribution to sports.
Hayley has her show “ On Track with Hayley Mac” on Tuesdays 11-12pm on 3KND.