Matt Moncrieff

Matt Moncrieff is a dynamic Ngoonooru-Wajarri Yamatji writer, cook, bushfood advocate, and television personality from Gwoonwardu (Carnarvon), Western Australia.

Matt burst onto the national scene as the first Indigenous contestant on Channel 7’s My Kitchen Rules, reaching the semi-finals and captivating audiences with his culinary prowess and passion for native Australian cuisine. His mission to integrate bushfoods into mainstream culture has challenged supermarkets to embrace diversity and authenticity.

In 2023, Matt's dedication was recognised at the Aboriginal Economic Development Forum in Darwin, where he received the ‘Excellence in Bushfoods and Botanicals Services’ award.

Beyond the kitchen, Matt has launched a unique collection of native Australian scented candles, celebrating the beauty and aromas of indigenous botanicals. His collaboration with Journey Beyond Rail has produced a range inspired by the native flora along iconic rail journeys like the Indian Pacific, the Ghan, the Great Southern, and the Overland.