In conversation with Thomas Mayo – Presented by the Margaret River Readers & Writers Festival

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Thursday, 22nd January 2026 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm

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Join award-winning author and human rights advocate Thomas Mayo for a powerful conversation inspired by his latest book, Always Was, Always Will Be, a reflection on the Voice referendum and a call to reignite hope for the path ahead.

Always Was, Always Will Be offers a deeply personal examination of Australia’s ongoing struggle for Indigenous recognition and justice. Drawing on his decades of experience as a union leader and national Indigenous figure, Mayo offers a guide to hope based on the lessons from the past, drawing inspiration from the many great Australians he has met on his journey.

In the lead-up to 26 January, this talk will explore what it means to be Australian in these often-uncertain times and how communities can come together to create a new cultural identity through positive change.

This event will be hosted by Pam Townsend | Image credit: Ferne Millen

Supported by Margaret River Bookshop and Hardie Grant

This is a fundraising at Margaret River HEART – Nala Bardip Mia event for the Margaret River Readers & Writers Festival. Thank you for supporting the arts in Margaret River.


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