2025 George Town Literary Festival
I had never heard of the George Town Literary Festival (GTLF) until the September 2025 edition of Writers SA’s e-news found its way into my inbox. Writers SA announced an opportunity to provide a bursary…
Reflections from Changefest25
I acknowledge the Whadjup people as the Traditional Custodians of the skies, lands and waters of the place where Changefest25 was held. I honour their culture and care for Country. I acknowledge the Erawirung people…
2025 Ubud Writers and Readers Festival
I acknowledge the Erawirung people as the Traditional Custodians of the skies, lands and waters of the place where I live and wrote this blog. I honour their culture and care for Country. I acknowledge…
‘A Different Kind of Power’ by Jacinda Ardern
Last week I caught up with Donna Ferretti, I had asked her to provide some feedback on my book so we met over lunch and had one of those wide-ranging conversations one can only have…
Moral Ambition by Rutger Bregman
It is easy to become despondent with the world. A world where genocide is justified with whataboutisms. A world where we believe peace can be imposed through military force. A world where we kill animals…
Patriot by Alexei Navalny
I visited my favourite bookshop, The Raven’s Parlour in Tanunda last weekend and walked away with two books, one being Patriot by Alexei Navalny. I started reading it a couple of days ago and haven’t…
2024 Ubud Writers and Readers Festival
I acknowledge the Erawirung people as the Traditional Custodians of the skies, lands and waters of the place where I live and wrote this blog. I honour their culture and care for Country. I acknowledge…
Some Reflections from ChangeFest 2024
Last month I had the opportunity to attend ChangeFest in Mildura, Victoria. It was such a transformative and inspiring experience that I just had to write a blog about it. But before I get into…
2023 Ubud Writers & Readers Festival
I must acknowledge first up just how privileged I am to be able to attend the Ubud Writers and Readers Festival and learn from authors and activists from all around the world. It was an…
Some Thoughts About Religion
Blessed are those who know how to relax without looking for excuses; they are on the way to becoming wise. Blessed are those who know when to be quiet and listen; they will learn a lot…