About Saltwater Sistas

Hello, I’m Rhi, a proud Mununjali woman, Marine scientist, and founder of Saltwater Sistas (2019–present). Growing up on Gumbaynggirr Country in Bellingen and now living on the Coffs Coast, my work blends ocean education, cultural knowledge, wellbeing, and leadership to empower women, youth, and communities.

I’ve been recognised with awards including the Valerie Taylor Ocean Prize – Blue World (2025), Business of the Year at the Yandaarra Aunty Grace Roberts Community Awards (2023), AMP Tomorrow Maker (2021), named an ABC Trailblazer, and listed in the Top 30 Under 30 Most Influential People on the mid north coast (2021).

I hold a Bachelor of Marine Science & Management (2025), Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Health Promotion (2018), and qualifications in leadership and community services, combining culture and science to inspire change and protect our oceans for future generations.