Meriki is a proud Birpai and Dhungutti man from Port Macquarie on the Mid North Coast. Meriki is currently in his first year at NAISDA. Prior to starting his studies, Meriki worked alongside professional choreographers including Steven Donovan and Gloria Briggs. He has performed in the Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance high school programs, Saltwater Freshwater Festival and flashmobs along the Mid North Coast.
Professionally, Meriki aspires to share his cultural and dance knowledge with his community and future generations as a member of a professional dance company such as Bangarra Dance Theatre, Australian Dance Theatre (ADT) or Karul Projects.