Name: Maria van Neerven: Two Tongues
Start: 2026-03-30T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-03-30T00:00:00.000Z
Location: The Moat

Join Mununjali poet and The Next Chapter fellowship recipient Maria van Neerven in celebration of the launch of her debut poetry collection.

Two Tongues is the powerful and poignant debut from David Unaipon Award-winning poet, Maria van Neerven.

Developed as a part of The Wheeler Centre’s The Next Chapter fellowship in 2024, Two Tongues reflects on the legacy of colonisation and the aftermath of intergenerational harm. In the collection, van Neerven reclaims the stories of her ancestors and gives a voice to those who weren’t allowed one in the past. Written with a tender love for the Yugambeh language, Two Tongues shines a light on the enduring power of Blak culture and heritage.

Join van Neerven alongside Maxine Beneba Clarke – van Neerven’s mentor throughout her fellowship – and Ellen van Neerven for a magical night of readings and celebration of Indigenous language and connection to Country.

Event and Ticketing Details

Dates & Times

Monday 30 March

6.30 - 7.30pm

Tickets

$19.50

Full

$15.50

Concession

$15.50

Under 30

$0.00

Pay What You Wish

Location

The Moat

176 Little Lonsdale Street Melbourne Victoria 3000

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Accessibility

Accessible toilets available

Registered Assistance Animals welcome

Wheelchair accessible

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Please notify us of all access requirements when booking online so we can assist you with your visit. If you require further information, please contact ticketing@wheelercentre.com.

Additional Notes

Maria van Neerven will be signing books after the event.

The book seller for this event is The Chestnut Tree Bookshop.

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