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What happens when the stories a nation tells about itself begin to unravel?
For Blak & Bright Writers Festival, acclaimed poet and writer Evelyn Araluen brings together literature, criticism and cultural analysis to explore the myths that continue to shape Australia. Then, in conversation with Tiriki Onus, she considers what becomes possible when inherited narratives are challenged rather than protected.
Join the award-winning author for this electrifying evening, marking the beginning of a weekend dedicated to showcasing and elevating First Nations literary voices.
Presented in partnership with Blak & Bright
Event and Ticketing Details
Dates & Times
Friday 4 September
7.30 - 9.00pm
Tickets
$25.00
Full
$0.00
First Nations
Tickets for First Nations audience members are free.
Location
Accessibility
Accessible toilets available
Assistive Listening
Auslan-Interpreted
Companion tickets available
Registered Assistance Animals welcome
Wheelchair accessible
For information regarding accessibility at The Wheeler Centre, click here, or contact ticketing@wheelercentre.com.
Additional Notes
Evelyn Araluen will be signing books after the event.
The bookseller for this event is Amplify Bookstore.
Melbourne was designated the world’s second UNESCO City of Literature in 2008. As part of this global network, we strive to support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, a set of 17 goals designed to promote fairness, health and environmental sustainability worldwide. 
This event addresses Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
Featuring
Evelyn Araluen
Evelyn Araluen is a Goorie and Koori poet, editor and researcher. Born and raised on Dharug Country and in the broader Western Sydney Black community, she now lives on Wurundjeri Country where she works as ...
Tiriki Onus
Tiriki Onus is a proud Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Wurrung artist, filmmaker, opera singer and academic. He serves as Head of the Wilin Centre for Indigenous Arts and Cultural Development at the University ...