The death news of Manika Naidoo, a Journalist and Policy Analyst for the Premier of Victoria, and sister of Australian author and journalist Indira Naidoo, has saddened internet users.
Indira Naidoo is a well-known Australian broadcaster and author. She has hosted and reported for some of the country’s most prestigious news and current affairs programs, including ABC TV’s Late Edition and SBS TV’s World News, over her thirty-year award-winning journalistic career.
She is the author of the book The Edible Balcony and The Edible City, has created award-winning gardens, helps community groups build their food gardens, and is a strong advocate for environmental and food sustainability issues.
Indira is currently the host of ABC Radio’s Weekend Nightlife. She is an advocate for Wayside Chapel, a homeless crisis center in Sydney.
What Happened To Indira Naidoo Sister Manika Naidoo? Death Cause Explored
Indira Naidoo’s sister, Manika Naidoo reportedly committed suicide in her suburban backyard. Manika’s family announced her death on May 20, 2020, and the funeral was held in Melbourne on May 29, 2020.
In Indira’s latest book “The Space Between The Stars” which is expected to be published on March 29, she mentions how her life shattered after the tragic death of her sister, Manika.
Manika Naidoo was a strategic and creative public relations professional with nearly 20 years of experience in both journalism and public relations at senior levels.
Manika Naidoo Family Details
Manika Naidoo was the youngest among her three sisters in the family. The name of Manika’s parents is Dr. Dan and Selvi Naidoo, formerly of St Mary’s and Launceston. She was the mother of Alia and Harry, and the sister of Indira, Suraya, and Suu-Kyi Naidoo.
Manika was a vibrant and clever young woman who worked for the Premier of Victoria as a journalist and policy analyst. She was the recipient of the prestigious Walkley Award for journalism as well as other international fellowships.
Indira describes her sister, Manika as the youngest member of the group, a dark outcast, and a clever nonconformist.
Manika Naidoo Husband: Who Is Brent Hooley?
Manika Naidoo’s husband’s name is Brent Hooley. There is no information about when Manika and Brent got married. They had two children named Alia and Harry.
Brent is a senior executive with over 25 years of experience in senior communications, media management, stakeholder engagement, government relations, crisis management, and issue resolution roles in Australia and the United Kingdom.
He has worked for the Federal Government, State Governments, Telstra, and Huawei, among others, in some of Australia’s most difficult media and communication organizations.