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Panel: Not About Us Without Us - Panel Discussion

The Local Word - Regional Showcase for Writers and Readers

2022-11-19 10:30:00 2022-11-19 12:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Panel: Not About Us Without Us - Panel Discussion An exciting new two-day local literary festival of writers workshops, panel discussions and author events. Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome) -

Saturday, November 19
10:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-11-19 10:30:00 2022-11-19 12:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Panel: Not About Us Without Us - Panel Discussion An exciting new two-day local literary festival of writers workshops, panel discussions and author events. Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome) -

An exciting new two-day local literary festival of writers workshops, panel discussions and author events.

"Nothing About Us Without Us" is a slogan used to communicate the idea that no policy should be decided by any representative without the full and direct participation of members of the group affected by that policy.

In this session chaired by Sue Lawson, First Nations Elders and published writers Aunty Fay Muir and Aunty Edith Wright will discuss how First Nations people and culture are represented in publishing. The panel, including local Wadawurrung Traditional Owner Corrina Eccles, will discuss First Nations representation today and in the past, the importance of truth telling and how to handle the complex issue of own stories in literature.

Photo of Sue Lawson

Sue Lawson writes books for children and young adults. Her books have won the Australian Family Therapists’ Award for Children’s Literature and been short-listed for the Prime Minister’s Literary Awards and the Children’s Book Council of Australia Book of the Year Awards. Her latest and 31st book, a collaboration with Geelong author and healer, Sue Hindle, came out earlier this year.

Photograph of author Aunty Fay Muir

Aunty Fay Muir is a Boonwurrung Elder. Together with Sue Lawson, Fay has written nine books for Magabala Books. The first three to be published, Respect, Sharing and Family, are part of the Our Place Series, which introduces young readers to the rich culture of Australia’s traditional owners.

Photograph of Aunty Edith Wright

Aunty Edith Wright is Bardi Jawi from the Dampier Peninsula north of Broome in Western Australia. She has extensive experience in education across two sectors and continues to support schools with their Reconciliation Action Plan. Full Circle is her first biography (2001: Fremantle Arts Centre Press) and in 2022 Edie published her first children’s book Charlie’s Swim through Magabala Books.  She is currently a Director of Magabala Books.

Photograph of Corrina Eccles

Corrina Eccles is a proud Wadawurrung woman living and working on Wadawurrung Country in Djilang/Geelong. Corrina is Manager – Cultural Education for the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation (WTOAC) who are the Registered Aboriginal Party (RAP) under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006.  The Corporation actively seeks to protect and conserve Wadawurrung living cultural heritage, including through planning and design initiatives.

Tickets - $20/$10 for GRLC Members

Audience questions welcomed. Book sales and book signings will be offered at the conclusion of the event.

Download the full program (A3 pdf)

Download the full program including presenter bios (A4 pdf)

Check out our other Local Word sessions - www.grlc.vic.gov.au/localword

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Festivals | Author Talks |

TAGS: | recommended |

Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome)

Phone: (03) 4201 0600

Hours

Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome)

We're closed Monday March 10 due to Labour Day
Mon, Mar 10 Closed
(Labour Day)
Tue, Mar 11 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Mar 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 13 9:00AM to 5:30PM
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Sat, Mar 15 10:00AM to 5:00PM
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Tel: (03) 4201 0600

Upcoming events

Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Fri, Mar 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Activity Room,The Reading Nest
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Sat, Mar 15, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Sat, Mar 15, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Zines from Geelong and beyond will be available to buy or swap. We are also totally open for anyone in the zine... more
Zines from Geelong and beyond will be available to buy or swap. We are also totally open for anyone in the zine community to join us, hang out, and sell your own zines.

Sun, Mar 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Mon, Mar 17, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Mon, Mar 17, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
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Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
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Lose yourself in a world of colour as you experiment with different styles of paint and other materials. Will you love watercolours or acrylics? Chalk or pastels? Ages 5-18

Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Unleash your creativity and sustainability in our hands-on Sewing Workshop focused on Upcycling & Alterations!
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Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Tue, Mar 18, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
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Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
Mix it up with after-school activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. Ages 8 -18 

Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ground Floor South (Blue Table)
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Wed, Mar 19, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
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Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Thu, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Ground Floor South (Blue Table)
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre is the home for zines in Geelong! Come along to our regular workshops to learn... more
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre is the home for zines in Geelong! Come along to our regular workshops to learn how to construct your personalised zine.

Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
You can sew so much more than clothes! With just a needle, thread, and some basic sewing skills you can complete fun... more
You can sew so much more than clothes! With just a needle, thread, and some basic sewing skills you can complete fun sewing projects. Ages 8-18

Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Fri, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Activity Room,The Reading Nest
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Fri, Mar 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The Cave
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Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Sun, Mar 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Sun, Mar 23, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Mon, Mar 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Mon, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Mon, Mar 24, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
Lose yourself in a world of colour as you experiment with different styles of paint and other materials. Will you... more
Lose yourself in a world of colour as you experiment with different styles of paint and other materials. Will you love watercolours or acrylics? Chalk or pastels? Ages 5-18

Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Tue, Mar 25, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
Mix it up with after-school activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. Ages 8 -18 

Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Wed, Mar 26, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Wed, Mar 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Come along to this workshop to learn basic crochet techniques!

Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Thu, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Thu, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
You can sew so much more than clothes! With just a needle, thread, and some basic sewing skills you can complete fun... more
You can sew so much more than clothes! With just a needle, thread, and some basic sewing skills you can complete fun sewing projects. Ages 8-18

Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Learn how to make your very own intricate bookmark using the Emblaser 2 laser cutter, and be inducted to use the... more
Learn how to make your very own intricate bookmark using the Emblaser 2 laser cutter, and be inducted to use the equipment now located at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre!

Fri, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Activity Room,The Reading Nest
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Sat, Mar 29, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Sun, Mar 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Sun, Mar 30, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Mon, Mar 31, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Mon, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
The Cave
Mix it up with a variety of activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. Ages 5-18. 

Mon, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Mon, Mar 31, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Tue, Apr 01, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Tue, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
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Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Wed, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Wed, Apr 02, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Thu, Apr 03, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Fri, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Activity Room,The Reading Nest
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

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Sat, Apr 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
New date Saturday, May 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Have fun sketching unique still life compositions at the iconic Geelong Library & Heritage Centre!

Sun, Apr 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Mon, Apr 07, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
We go together like peanut butter and bread! Or peanut butter and...celery...? Join our scavenger hunt all about the... more
We go together like peanut butter and bread! Or peanut butter and...celery...? Join our scavenger hunt all about the foods we enjoy together. Ages 5+
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 07, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Mon, Apr 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room
Create and engineer your dreams using Lego Brickit ©. Join us for an experience where creativity meets... more
Create and engineer your dreams using Lego Brickit ©. Join us for an experience where creativity meets architecture. Young builders and grown-ups team up together and bring your imagination! Ages 8+
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
The Cave
Creatives of all ages are invited to join local artist Fern Smith to help create the longest book in the world.

Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
Ever been annoyed by not having pockets? Rage no more. BYO pocketless garment and grownup and learn how to add... more
Ever been annoyed by not having pockets? Rage no more. BYO pocketless garment and grownup and learn how to add pockets where they are desperately needed. Sewing materials supplied. Ages 8+
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 08, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Mezzanine (North)
Always wanted to learn how to sew on a sewing machine? Then come and take a beginner's class at Geelong Library.
This event is full

Tue, Apr 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room
Come along all clay creatives to a hands-on polymer clay workshop. Practice your skills and make your own... more
Come along all clay creatives to a hands-on polymer clay workshop. Practice your skills and make your own mini-figurine. Ages 12-18
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
Learn how to make folds, joins and tabs to connect shapes together then construct your own cardboard creation. Ages 8+
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 09, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Wed, Apr 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
The Cave
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Ages 5+
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 10, 9:30am - 11:30am
The Cave
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Ages 5+
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Thu, Apr 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room
Stitching together an artwork full of creativity, friendship, and community! The finished artwork will be displayed... more
Stitching together an artwork full of creativity, friendship, and community! The finished artwork will be displayed in one of the Geelong Regional Libraries. Ages 12-18
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Fri, Apr 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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Fri, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
A fun-filled Storytime where little ones and their grown-ups come together. Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts all... more
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Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.

Sun, Apr 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.