Veronica Sullivan is the Festival Director of the Melbourne Writers Festival she speaks to Vision Australia Radio presenter Chris Thompson, of Behind the Scenes in this podcast. 

The Melbourne Writers Festival (MWF) is an annual literary celebration held in Melbourne, Australia, recognized as a UNESCO City of Literature. The festival brings together writers, thinkers, and readers for a series of events, including readings, discussions, and workshops, aiming to inspire and engage audiences with the power of storytelling.

In 2025, the festival runs from May 8 to May 11, featuring a diverse lineup of local and international literary figures.

Vision Australia's Participation in MWF 2025:

As a proud sponsor of MWF 2025, Vision Australia is hosting two significant events at its Kooyong head office, both designed to be accessible to individuals who are blind or have low vision.

1. In Conversation with Kate Grenville

• Date & Time: Friday, May 9, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM AEST

• Location: Vision Australia, 454 Glenferrie Road, Kooyong VIC 3144

• Details: Award-winning author Kate Grenville discusses her latest novel, Unsettled: A Journey Through Time and Place, a memoir intertwining her family's history with the broader story of First Nations peoples' dispossession and displacement. The conversation will be facilitated by Daniel James, a Yorta Yorta writer and broadcaster. 

2. In Conversation with Nardi Simpson

• Date & Time: Friday, May 9, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM AEST

• Location: Vision Australia, 454 Glenferrie Road, Kooyong VIC 3144

• Details: Author Nardi Simpson discusses her newly released novel, The Belburd, exploring themes of motherhood, creation, belonging, and connection to Country. 

Both events are free to attend, with options for in-person attendance and live streaming. The venue is wheelchair accessible and equipped with facilities to accommodate guests with disabilities.

For more information and to register for these events, please visit Vision Australia's events page: Vision Australia

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