Former Minister for Foreign Affairs Bob Carr takes the stage to discuss the state of Australian politics, global affairs and his new book Bring Back Yesterday, a moving reflection on the loss of his wife.
Hailed as ‘a memoir of raw and extraordinary power’ by journalist David Marr, Bring Back Yesterday tells the story of Bob Carr’s 50-year partnership with his beloved wife Helena and how he coped after her unexpected passing in 2023.
In this unflinching account of one of his darkest periods, Carr offers profound insights into grief while uncovering moments of unexpected beauty, resilience and defiant hope. Both raw and compelling, it is a deeply resonant work – and, above all, a love story.
Carr joins The Fifth Estate host Sally Warhaft to share the wisdom forged through unspeakable loss and to reflect on the state of Australia – and the world – during these troubled times.
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Wednesday 11 March
6.30 - 7.30pm
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Additional Notes
Featuring
The Hon Bob Carr
Professor the Hon Bob Carr is the longest continuously serving Premier in the history of New South Wales. Bob entered the Senate in 2012 and served as Australia’s Foreign Minister for 18 months. Since leaving ...
Sally Warhaft
Sally Warhaft is a Melbourne broadcaster, anthropologist and writer. She is the host of The Fifth Estate, the Wheeler Centre’s live series focusing on journalism, politics, media, and international relations, and The Leap ...