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Logan teenager Daisha Auda (Photo: Tyson Parker)
Self-taught teenager Daisha Auda from Logan, Queensland, has made television history by becoming the first Torres Strait Islander singer to reach the grand final of The Voice Australia.
The 15-year-old singer earned a spot in the top four after a series of standout performances that won over both the judges and viewers across the country. Her run on the show marks a historic moment for First Nations representation on Australian commercial television.
Standing out from the blind audition
Auda first caught the nation's attention during her blind audition, where she sang Lizzo's hit song "Cuz I Love You." Her vocal control and stage presence led all four celebrity judges to turn their chairs, each offering her a spot on their team.
Reporting by local news outlet My City Logan revealed that Auda had never taken formal singing lessons before appearing on The Voice. Instead, she taught herself to sing at home, practicing daily, listening to recordings online, and getting guidance from her family.
After the four-chair turn, Auda chose her first coach to help guide her through the early rounds, earning praise for her maturity and natural pitch despite having no formal training.
Surviving elimination and finding a second chance
The young singer's road to the grand final wasn't easy. During the knockout rounds, Auda faced elimination after her original coach chose another artist to move forward in the competition. However, her run on the show continued when another judge used a "steal" to save her from elimination, bringing her onto a new team. This move allowed Auda to move on to the live semi-finals, keeping her chances at the title alive. In the semi-final, Auda gave a powerful performance that earned her one of the four spots in the grand final.
Representation and cultural impact
Auda's advancement to the final marks the first time a Torres Strait Islander artist has reached the grand final in the history of The Voice Australia. According to coverage by Indigenous culture publication Style Up NIT, her achievement has sparked widespread pride in her home community of Logan and among First Nations communities across Australia. The milestone reflects the growing presence of young Indigenous talent in mainstream media.
Speaking to local media about her time on the show, Auda said she hopes her journey will inspire other young people from regional areas and cultural backgrounds to pursue their goals in the arts, no matter their formal training or early setbacks.
Preparing for the grand finale
The upcoming grand final episode will see Auda perform alongside the three remaining finalists as they compete for the national title and a major recording contract. With her local community in Logan cheering her on, Auda is preparing her final songs for the live broadcast, where public voting will help decide the season's overall winner. This performance on The Voice Australia highlights her four-chair turn performance that launched her competitive run: Daisha Auda 4-Chair Turn.
