From Kalgoorlie to TikTok Fame: Ben Stubbs’ Rise as a Proud Wangkatha Content Creator

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Proud Wangkatha man, Ben Stubb is nominated for TikTok Creator of the Year at this years TikTok Awards. Source: Supplied / Jack Owen Bennett

Wangkatha content creator Ben Stubbs has been named a finalist for TikTok Creator of the Year, marking a major milestone in a journey that began with simple, everyday moments shared from his home in Western Australia. His rise from Kalgoorlie to more than 570,000 followers reflects the power of authenticity, community and culture in the online space.


Stubbs has built a dedicated audience by centring fatherhood, family and Indigenous pride in his storytelling. His content blends humour, honesty and heartfelt snapshots of parenting and First Nations culture.

His identity is deeply embedded in everything he shares. From cultural values to the way he parents, Stubbs uses his platform to celebrate who he is and where he comes from. That visibility has helped open up conversations within his own community, as well as online, about identity, parenting and the importance of cultural pride.

His followers gravitate toward the sense of warmth, humour and shared experience that runs through his videos, strengthening the bond between creator and audience.

Balancing everyday life with the demands of a large online following comes with challenges, but Stubbs continues to navigate that space with intention. As his platform grows, so does the impact of his content, offering representation for Indigenous fathers and families.

Winning TikTok Creator of the Year would be a significant moment for Stubbs and his family, acknowledging the cultural pride, openness, and dedication behind his content. Looking ahead, he aims to continue evolving his content and exploring new creative projects while staying grounded in the values that brought him this far. Ben says, Stay tuned for whats to come next!!

The TikTok Awards will be held at the TikTok Entertainment Centre on the 26th November, the public can tune in to watch the show live on TikTok.

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