Hear broadcaster and Phosphorescence author Julia Baird discuss her latest book, 'Bright Shining,' with Jacqueline Maley. Nurturing grace, even in the darkest of times. Following broadcaster and author Julia Baird’s multi-award-winning...
Put the courts on trial with playwright Suzie Miller as she discusses novelising her theatrical triumph in conversation with Nicole Abadee. Suzie Miller’s disturbingly prescient play, Prima Facie, dramatises the price sexual assault vi...
Hear celebrated author Viet Thanh Nguyen discuss his new work with writer and broadcaster Benjamin Law. Tragicomic memoir from Pulitzer Prize–winning author ofThe Sympathizer. “I am a spy, a sleeper, a spook, a man of two faces”, begin...
Follow Julian Borger’s quest into his father’s past and the story of Holocaust survival with host Michaela Kalowski. An enthralling memoir of family history and the Holocaust’s resonance through generations. “I seek a kind person who w...
Fantasy authors Garth Nix, Shelley Parker-Chan and Samantha Shannon hosted by Aimée Lindorff. Forging new frontiers in fantasy. Imagine another world with the fantasy writers who are redefining the wildly popular genre. Australian fant...
How can we pursue answers to life’s big questions in an increasingly unstable technological age? Join pre-eminent philosopher A.C. Grayling. Finding answers in changing times. “It shouldn’t be the business of a philosopher today to tel...
Featuring Julian Borger, John Lyons, Alisa Sopova and Anastasia Taylor-Lind. Hosted by Hamish Macdonald. News from the frontlines. War correspondent Marie Colvin stated: “It has always seemed to me that what I write about is humanity i...
Explore his writing and unpack the legacies of empire with acclaimed writer Abdulrazak Gurnah, speaking with Sisonke Msimang. Nobel Prize winner’s saga ofcolonialism in Africa. At 18, Abdulrazak Gurnah arrived in England as a refugee f...
Celeste Ng, bestselling author of smash hit 'Little Fires Everywhere,' discusses her new dystopian novel with Claire Nichols. The gripping, heart-rending follow-up to Little Fires Everywhere . Banning books, waving flags and persecutin...
Writers and activists Hannah Ferguson, Sisonke Msimang and Jennifer Robinson discuss issues facing women today with host Jo Dyer. Plot the pathways forward with these incendiary feminist voices. Four waves in, the feminist fight for ge...
Trent Dalton, award-winning author of 'Boy Swallows Universe' returns with 'Lola in the Mirror.' In conversation with Cassie McCullagh. Beloved author returns to SWF in this career-spanning conversation. Trent Dalton has captured reade...
ABC legends Leigh Sales (Storytellers) and Lisa Millar (Muster Dogs) unpack the craft of turning real life events into narrative. Veteran journalists shine a spotlight on the craft of non-fiction. ABC legend Leigh Sales turns the spotl...
A monthly social group for seniors. If you are a senior looking to meet new friends or spend a few hours with old ones, come along to Senior Moments. Join us this month for brain training activities, designed to keep your mind sharp an...
Get ready for a chill movie morning just for seniors, complete with popcorn, comfy seats, and good company! Seniors Movie Grab some popcorn, sit back, and relax as we watch a timeless movie together. Don't miss out on this chance to so...
STEAM Club! Join us for fun and educational activities. This month we will be using our engineering and building skills to pass LEGO challenges! For ages 8+ Places are limited, bookings are essential. COST: Free