We asked style queen and social media maven Margaret Zhang to nominate her three top Sydneysiders under 40. Then we asked them to nominate their three. And their three. The result? A snapshot of the connections that will define Sydney for years to come...
Margaret Zhang says: “I think Jack’s work is incredibly honourable. He’s found the most positive way to address an issue most people choose to gloss over.”
Margaret Zhang says: “She’s not afraid to stand up for what she believes in. And she lives it through everything she does.”
Margaret Zhang says: “I admire the way Dion Lee has grown his business, with such generosity and ethic. He’s truly original, which is rare in the fashion industry.”
Jack Manning Bancroft says: “He’s a powerful journalist with a strong integrity in storytelling. He has a huge start on the pack as someone who wants to tackle big ideas.”
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Jack Manning Bancroft says: “He’s someone who could use his influence for good and will be one of the stars of our generation.”
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Jack Manning Bancroft says: “He could be the Prime Minister of Australia one day.”
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Ollie Henderson says: “Her commitment to social justice is awe-inspiring. She lives her life by the morals that she holds and fights for them.”
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Ollie Henderson says: “She’s incredibly dedicated to the arts and cultural sphere in Sydney. She really believes in Sydney and its ability.”
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Ollie Henderson says: “She’s bringing a new flavour to the dance world and bringing dance to new people. Amrita’s attitude towards dance is changing the landscape.”
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Dion Lee says: “Every season she pushes herself to move in a new direction. I’m really excited to see her label continue to evolve internationally.”
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Dion Lee says: “What she does is quite innovative in terms of materiality, and also using materials and processes that are eco-friendly.”
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Dion Lee says: “There’s an interesting space between design and art that I think he’s pioneering it.”
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Tom Tilley says: “What she’s created is enormous, it’s a monster. She’s done it so well and still brings a personal touch.”
Tom Tilley says: “Christiaan is a genius. If I think back to things that have really stood out in Australian TV comedy over the last few decades – Full Frontal, Fast Forward, Chris Lilley – he is right up there.”
Tai Hara says: “He’s pop culture today – his music, his acting, his storytelling – he’s what a lot of kids look up to.”
Tai Hara says: “Matt’s a really inspiring dude – I think his platforms of comedy and radio allow him to get people thinking.”
Lachlan Harris says: “Anne- Louise is forcing [us] to think about who we are and where we came from. I think in the future she’ll have a big influence on the way we think about our own identity and who we are as Australians. She can help us reconcile with our past which is the only way we’ll truly be at home here in Australia.”
Lachlan Harris says: “Chris has a sense of the big picture – he has a real sense of what leadership is and he understands how intellectual and ambitious you have to be.”
Lachlan Harris says: “Tom understands the medium of mass communication through visual outlets. The shape of the media is going to change a lot but it’s still going to be one of the most powerful cultural forces in the world – Tom is one of those guys who is able to reinvent himself in those new delivery modes of communication no matter what they are.”
Sally Rugg says: “I really admire her solidarity with a bunch of causes and the nuance she brings to a lot of debates.”
Sally Rugg says: “She recently co-wrote a comprehensive blueprint for how to completely transition to 100 per cent renewable power by 2030, and has the tenacity and verve to make it happen.”
Jess Scully says: “Nikki is a key part of the campaign called ‘I Look Like a Surgeon’ which is in line with the ‘I Look Like a Scientist’ campaign that was launched internationally a few months ago. She’s trying to counter the preconceptions that we might have about who engages in that kind of work.”
Jess Scully says: “Kelly is one of the women whom I think is really making strides in gaining access for women and kids in the technology industry.”
Amrita Hepi says: “He puts people at ease. He’s really dignified and when you see his paintings you realise he’s so bloody talented.”
Amrita Hepi says: “He’s got the kind of presence that affects people when they see him perform – it’s like they walk away wanting to be a little more graceful in life.”
Sarah Gittoes says: “Gracie is just amazing. She’s such a talented filmmaker and actor. It’s really exciting to see a young Australian receive international acclaim.”
Sarah Gittoes says: “I love his design philosophy and aesthetic. It’s really great to see he’s being stocked internationally with stores in New York and London.”
Sarah Gibson says: “He’s innovative in a very traditional arena like baking.”
Sarah Gibson says: “She’s a great person in the interior design community. She gives the Australian design aesthetic a lot of influence internationally.”
Kit Webster says: “I’m interested in nutrition at the moment and Kale’s someone I’ve been listening to.”
Kit Webster says: “Rachel is combining food and nutrition with entrepreneurialism – she’s raising awareness about health and in particular, sugar.”
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