Full list: The Northern Territory’s next gen hottest up-and-coming Instagram influencers
They’re slated to be the next big stars of social media. We reveal the NT influencers to keep your eye on. CHECK THEM OUT HERE.
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WITH all the natural beauty the Territory has to offer, no wonder it attracts an overwhelming amount of famous and Instagram stars.
From reality television stars to photographers capturing the NT, here are some of the names to keep an eye out for on Instagram.
J-MILLA
Followers: 22K
Strengths: Proudly born and bred in the Territory, Mak Mak Marranungu rapper J-Milla has been making sound waves across the nation for years with his soulful beats and politically charged bars.
Claim to fame: Milla released his first single 'My People' in 2018. With a recent leg up in the industry from fellow indigenous artist Xavier Rudd, J-Milla is projected to become the next big name in the Australian rap game.
Follow J-Milla at @jmillaofficial
MAHALIA HANDLEY
Followers: 70.7k
Strengths: From Darwin, model Mahalia Handley is a body positive queen, changing the modelling industry narrative one striking image and pose at a time.
Claim to fame: Ms Handley models for Bridge Models, Vivien’s Model Management and One Management, and has 58k+ followers on TikTok.
Follow Mahalia at @mahaliafromaustralia
ANYA
Followers: 2.1k
Strengths: Anya has a clear love for the Territory, from crocs to scenic beaches and the NT’s iconic red dirt.
Claim to fame: She is a freelance photographer sharing stunning images of the Territory.
Follow Anya at @anyabananyaa
SOPHIE-ANNE DEHNE
Followers: 8.4k
Strengths: Sophie-Anne is dedicated to showcasing the Territory’s incredible natural sights, with her posts attracting hundreds of likes and generating great promotion for the Territory.
Claim to fame: Sophie's high quality, picturesque photos of Territory life have garnered her a dedicated following.
To learn more follow @sophiedehne
ISSY DAWSON
Followers: 10.9k
Strengths: Issy Dawson is a great beauty who frequently posts modelling photos featuring the Northern Territory’s outdoors.
Claim to fame: She is a Darwin-based model and regular collaborator with photographer Joshua Griffen, featuring on his Instagram and Tik Tok.
To learn more follow @issy_dawson.official
ELLE SCHEMBRI
Followers: 12.4k
Strengths: Elle showcases a lot of amazing parts of the Territory on her Instagram.
Claim to fame: Travel junkie, sharing photos of her adventures.
To learn more follow @elleschembri
VON LIT
Followers: 14.6k
Strengths: Von Lit is a DJ and entertainment manager at Discovery Darwin
Claim to fame: Knows how to throw a party.
To learn more follow @djvonlit
KAIA WRIGHT
Followers: 20.9k
Strengths: Kaia is a writer and a brand ambassador for the beauty brand Golden 8, she is also helping co-write husband Matt Wright’s next life experience book.
Claim to fame: Her whirlwind romance with croc wrangler Matt Wright and their unique lifestyle.
To learn more follow @kaiawright1
MINOLI DE SILVA
Followers: 24.9K
Strengths: The proud Sri Lankan showcases her heritage in her food, along with inspiration gained from living in the Territory, particularly from the delicacies at the Rapid Creek Markets.
Claim to fame: Contestant on Season 13 of MasterChef Australia.
To learn more follow @minoli.desilva
JARROD WOODGATE
Followers: 57.1k
Strengths: Ambassador for Camp Quality Jarrod Woodgate is constantly raising awareness about issues that matter, safe to say he’s a top bloke and an influencer in the best way possible.
Claim to fame: He was a contestant on The Bachelorette season three and also starred on Bachelor in Paradise.
To learn more follow @jarrodwoodgate
JOSHUA GRIFFEN
Followers: 109k
Strengths: The photographer takes incredible artistic photos filled with colour, lights, glitter and more, often using household objects such as mirrors. He also showcases how he takes these photos in behind-the-scene videos.
Claim to fame: Griffen shot to fame on Tik Tok with his unearthly, artistic photography.
To learn more follow @joshua_griffen
RENEE BARRETT
Followers: 50.3k
Strengths: Renee Barrett boasts the beauty of living on Larrakia Country, from the sunsets to the gorgeous beaches. She herself is a sight for sore eyes.
Claim to fame: She appeared on the Bachelor season 7 and Bachelor in Paradise season 3.
To learn more follow @reneejbarrett
MAXI AND EMILY
Followers: 79.3k
Strengths: Taking their viewers on an escape are these two’s specialty, frequently posting scenic photos from their travels.
Claim to fame: The pair are content creators from Perth currently in the Territory, with their travel photos garnering significant attention.
To learn more follow @_letsescapetogether_
Originally published as Full list: The Northern Territory’s next gen hottest up-and-coming Instagram influencers
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