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In a world facing catastrophic wildfires, unprecedented flooding, record heat waves, the collapse of democracies, rising inequality and widespread unrest, our lives have never felt more precarious.

Watch New York Times bestselling author Sarah Wilson as she explores how we might live more thoughtfully in an age of uncertainty with host Josh Szeps.

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Join International Booker Prize-winning author Geetanjali Shree for a conversation about the ascendency of South Asian literature, the life-changing impact of winning the International Booker Prize and how storytelling connects us across backgrounds and borders.

Head to our website to register for the event: tinyurl.com/52c636db

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For our next edition of Bookish Club, Tough Guy Book Club founder Shay Leighton joins host Tim Byrne at Bakery Hill Distillery to unpack Jock Serong's modern classic of Australian Literature, 'Cherrywood'.⁠

Settle in over a whisky (or a beer!), share your thoughts on this imaginative novel about legacy, community and reinvention, and relish in an afternoon that puts spirited conversation about books back on the table.⁠

Book now and give yourself enough time to read the book! Tickets via this link: tinyurl.com/4m23nmr3

Presented in partnership with Tough Guy Book Club and Bakery Hill Distillery.

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Don’t miss this candid discussion with one of Australia’s most successful – and most scrutinised – business leaders, the former CEO of Qantas: tinyurl.com/487wr8pr

Alan Joyce guided the airline through some extraordinary global events – from the Global Financial Crisis and bitter industrial disputes to the unprecedented disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Joyce will reflect on the experiences that shaped him as a leader, offers his own perspective on the defining moments of his career and explores the lessons learned through both success and controversy.

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Watch one of India’s most celebrated writers Amitav Ghosh as he explores rebirth, regeneration and the cycles of life with host Sreedhevi Iyer. With a career effortlessly spanning fiction, non-fiction and reportage, his work is characterised by big picture thinking with an unwavering drive to bring the climate crisis into stark focus.

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In an era of doomscrolling and brain-fog, we're fighting back against the algorithms.
The anti-rot agenda seeks to de-clutter our minds, tap into our inner creativity and to live mindfully.

At The Wheeler Centre, we're continuously creating space to discuss books and current affairs, highlight Australian writers and bring different communities together. We believe books are for everyone. That is why we're doing our best to make our events and programs as accessible as possible for all socioeconomic backgrounds.

All donations over $2 are tax-deductible, and will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the Planet Wheeler Foundation which will double your impact! Donate before the end of this financial year here: tinyurl.com/y54px8dw

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Watch writer Mick Herron unveil the next instalment in his phenomenally successful Slough House series with host Jason Steger.

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Canadian writer, podcaster and political commentator David Moscrop explain what’s going wrong in today’s political landscape – and how individuals, societies and institutions can work together to set things right.

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Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales as he discusses the importance of trust in our online and offline communities and how Wikipedia evolved into one of the internet’s most reputable sources of information.

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At The Wheeler Centre, our mission is simple: to create spaces for brave, respectful conversations – something that feels especially urgent right now.

Over 15 years, we have positioned Melbourne as a global destination for writers and thinkers, delivering the kind of conversations that can’t be found elsewhere. And now, you can help us sustain our ambitious programming and help it reach more people.  

Any donation you make over $2 is fully tax-deductible and will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Planet Wheeler Foundation – doubling your impact!

Donate before the end of this financial year here: tinyurl.com/y54px8dw

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