North Sullivan

Photographer

Local Heroes
A photographic exhibition of Balmain identities

Kate Friis Grief Counsellor, Division of Forensic Medicine

Location: The Sydney Morgue, autopsy room

Originally from England, Kate emigrated to Balmain with her husband James and young family in 1992. She went back to university in 1997 to get a degree in social work. Kate has dedicated herself to one of the hardest jobs on earth, helping people cope with tragedy.

She holds her ‘special’ cup:
“In this job, a nice cup of tea really helps.”