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Channel 10 star Narelda Jacobs claims she was refused a seat at a café which was later given to a ‘white man’

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Channel 10 star Narelda Jacobs claims she was refused a seat at a café which was later given to a 'white man'

As a lifestyle expert with years of experience in advocating for social justice and equity, I find Narelda Jacobs’ story deeply troubling yet unsurprising. Her account of being denied service at a café in Melbourne is a stark reminder of the systemic racism that continues to pervade our society.

As a devoted admirer, I’d like to share my perspective: I, an indigenous TV host named Narelda Jacobs, have asserted that a café in Melbourne denied me a seat, but moments later, the same seat was offered to a white gentleman.

48-year-old co-host from Studio 10 shared a detailed account of an unexpectedly poor experience during her coffee run, which she posted on her Instagram Stories on a Wednesday.

She asserted that someone had provided her with a chair at the rear of an unspecified café, even though there was a more advantageously located empty table closer to the front.

As an ardent admirer, I’d rephrase it like this: “I, being an avid fan, noted that Narelda, a Whadjuk Noongar descendant, stated that the table, previously vacant, was later extended to a ‘white man‘ who strode in just moments after her.

She shared her outrage over the alleged incident and posted a picture of herself having a coffee at another café after taking her business elsewhere.

Accompanying a cheerful self-portrait, she posted this message: “Good morning, Melbourne (except for that one café that denied me a well-positioned vacant table and seated me at the back, while giving the same vacant table to a white man who entered afterward).

She followed up her post with a picture of herself enjoying a coffee at the other café, adding: ‘Show ’em how it’s done.’ 

Daily Mail Australia has contacted Narelda for comment. 

Channel 10 star Narelda Jacobs claims she was refused a seat at a café which was later given to a 'white man'

As a fervent admirer, I’ve always made it my mission to voice my support for Indigenous rights across Australia. In fact, I’m proudly part of the team at the National Justice Project, a role that allows me to contribute in a meaningful way.

In the previous year, she pledged to enlighten Australians about the colonial past of Australia Day, encouraging them to reconsider the way they observe their national holiday.

January 26 is celebrated as the day when, in the year 1788, the initial fleet of British vessels anchored at Port Jackson, New South Wales, and Governor Arthur Phillip hoisted the British flag at Sydney Cove.

To many Aboriginal Australians, this day serves more as a painful memory of the loss of their lands, traditions, and communities, rather than an occasion for jubilation.

Narelda expressed to The Daily Telegraph that many Australians are still ignorant about the history of colonialism. She believes it is her duty to enlighten the nation as to why the date needs to be altered.

She stated that we cannot celebrate on January 26, either presently or in the future, due to the lasting effects of colonialization spanning over 230 years. These effects are deeply ingrained and intergenerational, meaning they will persist for many generations to come.

‘The poverty that we have in this country among First Nations people is absolutely harrowing and yet, half an hour down the road, you can go from extreme poverty to billionaire’s row. 

Channel 10 star Narelda Jacobs claims she was refused a seat at a café which was later given to a 'white man'

‘So that’s what January 26 represents to me – it was the beginning of that trauma for our people.

Let’s make an effort to enlighten the general public on the significance of altering the date, explaining that it is not a day for celebration. By doing so, we can strive to become a more informed and improved nation.

At their wedding in August, Narelda not only honored but also beautifully expressed her Native American ancestry with a heartfelt tribute.

In a heartfelt, romantic setting adorned with flowers, the couple made their vows surrounded by their cherished people, culminating in their declaration of “I do” under an elegant floral archway.

The centerpiece of the wedding ceremony was a beautifully crafted arch, designed by Native artist Teagan Murdock from Ngumpie Weaving.

The piece featured native flowers and feathers from an emu – a bird considered a totem animal for some Aboriginal groups.

Channel 10 star Narelda Jacobs claims she was refused a seat at a café which was later given to a 'white man'

The emu represents a sacred connection between humans and the natural world and symbolises resilience, strength, and survival.

Narelda described on her Instagram post: “We incorporated some elements of the bush into the wedding decorations in Sydney’s city center with the arch, our bouquets, and flower arrangements on the tables.

‘Thank you for being across all the detail as our event manager. Thank you.’ 

In her lineage, Narelda’s father, Cedric – who sadly passed away – was a native individual belonging to the Indigenous community, and a part of the Stolen Generations. On the other hand, her mother, Margaret, who hails from Northern Ireland, is of white descent and immigrated to Australia with her family.

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2024-10-30 04:53

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