Deep in the heart of the river country lives Goorramindi, the wise and gentle freshwater crocodile, guardian of the water and all who live near it. When a young boy named Corey finds himself in the dangerous grip of Walwarranga, the big cheeky crocodile upstream, it’s up to Goorramindi to save the day. A tale of courage, friendship and respect for the ancient spirits of the river, this beautifully told story will captivate young readers and remind them of the heroes that live in the most unexpected places.
Goorramindi the Crocodile honours the memory of Quinlan’s Jaja (Grandfather) Isaac Cherel known to many as Goorramindi. Gooramindi was a well-respected man within his community. He was a guardian & protector to his people. A powerful man in lore and culture. Gooramindi was a key elder of the Gooniyandi language group and was instrumental in the preseravtion of Lore and culture at Muludja Community.
Quinlan Jaffrey is a Gooniyandi and Palyku man from the Kimberely and Pilbara regions of North West Australia. Quinlan is new to the publishing industry and is a true story teller, passionate about preserving First Nations stories, language and culture.
Goorramindi the Crocodile honours the memory of Quinlan’s Jaja (Grandfather) Isaac Cherel known to many as Goorramindi. Gooramindi was a well-respected man within his community. He was a guardian & protector to his people. A powerful man in lore and culture. Gooramindi was a key elder of the Gooniyandi language group and was instrumental in the preseravtion of Lore and culture at Muludja Community.
Jade Goodwin is an illustrator and Gamilaroi person from the Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, renowned for her vibrant and imaginative creations. Her artistic adventures began in her grandparents’ screen printing studio, where she immersed herself in creativity. Jade’s passion for illustration grew over time, leading to a successful career in the children’s publishing industry.
In November 2021, Jade signed her first picture book contract with Penguin Random House, which paved the way for her to work with leading publishers such as Magabala, HarperCollins, Hachette, Allen & Unwin, Hardie Grant (Bright Light) and Affirm Press. She is the illustrator of the Little Ash, Tennis Camp Diaries and Yarn Quest series, as well as picture books My Dream For You, Let’s Try Again Another Day, Aslan & Benny and published with Magabala, Goorramindi the Crocodile.
Jade loves bringing imagination to life through her sweet and bright illustrations and hopes to inspire
