Meet the former Taliban wrestling coach changing Australian lives

Amin Yaqubi (supplied)

Amin Yaqubi (supplied) Source: Amin Yaqubi (supplied)

Once a wrestling coach for the Taliban in Afghanistan, Aminullah Yaqubi is now on a mission to help Aussies improve their lives and compete in high-level international wrestling competitions. Aminullah Yaqubi arrived in Australia from Afghanistan in 2006 and began a new life wanting to contribute to Australian society. Now running a wrestling gym and coaching business in Melbourne, Amin has taken his trainees to represent Australia on the international level, bringing home medals in the process. Please listen to the full interview in Pashto language.



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