Madeline Poll

Madeline Poll is an early career curator with a strong commitment to preserving and amplifying the cultural heritage of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and South Sea Islander communities. Her ancestral connections trace back to the Loyalty Islands (Lifou), where her ancestor George Watego was brought to the Torres Strait by the London Missionary Society. Through marriage and community ties, Madeline has deep family connections across Aboriginal, Torres Strait, and South Sea Islander communities along the east coast of Australia.

Madeline has worked at the Powerhouse Museum for six years, beginning in Visitor Services before moving into Registration, and eventually transitioning into Curatorial, where she has been for the past three years.