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If you live in a town or a city in Australia, the chances are that you'll find it easy to find a book to read. Bookshops, local libraries, department stores - they're all places where it's easy to get your literary fix. But if you're hours away from the nearest town of any size, down difficult dirt roads, or even not served by a road at all, none of those are viable options.And that's where the Indigenous Literacy Foundation comes in. They've just passed the milestone of a million books, many in First Languages, sent to around 500 remote Indigenous communities.If you live in a town or a city in Australia, the chances are that you'll find it easy to find a book to read. Bookshops, local libraries, department stores - they're all places where it's easy to get your literary fix. But if you're hours away from the nearest town of any size, down difficult dirt roads, or even not served by a road at all, none of those are viable options.And that's where the Indigenous Literacy Foundation comes in. They've just passed the milestone of a million books, many in First Languages, sent to around 500 remote Indigenous communities. - Жителям отдаленных общин Австралии тяжело получать доступ к книгам, особенно на языках Коренных народов. И тут на помощь приходит The Indigenous Literacy Foundation.

It's not easy to get the reading material you want if you live hours from the nearest town, have rough dirt roads, or no roads at all. But that's where the Indigenous Literacy Foundation comes in. - Tidak mudah mendapatkan bacaan yang sesuai dengan keinginan jika Anda tinggal beberapa jam dari kota terdekat, melewati jalan tanah yang sulit, atau bahkan tidak ada jalan sama sekali. Namun di situlah Indigenous Literacy Foundation berperan.

If you live in a town or a city in Australia, the chances are that you'll find it easy to find a book to read. Bookshops, local libraries, department stores - they're all places where it's easy to get your literary fix. But if you're hours away from the nearest town of any size, down difficult dirt roads, or even not served by a road at all, none of those are viable options.And that's where the Indigenous Literacy Foundation comes in. They've just passed the milestone of a million books, many in First Languages, sent to around 500 remote Indigenous communities.If you live in a town or a city in Australia, the chances are that you'll find it easy to find a book to read. Bookshops, local libraries, department stores - they're all places where it's easy to get your literary fix. But if you're hours away from the nearest town of any size, down difficult dirt roads, or even not served by a road at all, none of those are viable options.And that's where the Indigenous Literacy Foundation comes in. They've just passed the milestone of a million books, many in First Languages, sent to around 500 remote Indigenous communities.

Nếu quí vị sống ở một thị trấn hoặc thành phố tại Úc, bạn sẽ dễ dàng tìm thấy một cuốn sách để đọc. Nhưng nếu bạn cách xa thị trấn gần nhất với bất kỳ quy mô nào, trên những con đường đất khó đi hoặc thậm chí không có đường đi, thì không có lựa chọn nào trong số đó là khả thi và đó là lúc ‘Indigenous Literacy Foundation' xuất hiện. Họ vừa vượt qua cột mốc một triệu cuốn sách, nhiều cuốn bằng ngôn ngữ đầu tiên, được gửi đến khoảng 500 cộng đồng Thổ dân xa xôi.

Indigenous Literacy Foundation przekroczyla kamień milowy – milion książek, w tym wiele w językach pierwszych narodów, wysłanych do około 500 odległych społeczności tubylczych w Australii...

در صورتی‌که در یکی از شهرها یا قصبات آسترالیا زندگی می‌کنید، به احتمال زیاد به آسانی می‌توانید کتابی برای خواندن پیدا کنید. فروشگاه‌های کتاب، کتابخانه‌های محلی و حتی فروشگاه‌ها؛ جاهای ‌اند که در آن‌ها دسترسی به کتاب آسان است. اما اگر چندین ساعت از نزدیک‌ترین شهر فاصله داشته باشید، آن‌هم در مناطق دورافتاده با سرک‌های خاکی یا حتی مناطقی که جاده ندارند، هیچ‌کدام از این گزینه‌ها در دسترس نیستند. در این‌جاست که بنیاد سوادآموزی مردمان بومی (Indigenous Literacy Foundation) پا به عرصه می‌گذارد. این بنیاد به‌تازگی از مرز توزیع یک میلیون کتاب گذشت؛ کتاب‌های‌که اکثریت آن‌ها به زبان‌های بومی نوشته شده‌اند و به حدود ۵۰۰ جامعه دورافتاده بومی ارسال گردیده‌اند.

Get 50% off FactorMeals with free shipping: go to https://www.factormeals.com/redthread50off Welcome to The Red Thread, a podcast series where two friends (Jordan and Jackson) investigate the peculiar space just beyond reality. Cryptids, Conspiracies, Cults and more are on the investigation board and nothing is off limits. What will they discover? There's only one way to find out... --- Common Threads Initiative: The 30 day YouTube ad revenue generated from this video will be donated to the following charities; The Indigenous Literacy Foundation: https://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au/ Koala Conservation Australia: https://koalaconservationaustralia.org.au We highly encourage audience members to check out the charities featured in our Common Threads Initiative each month! We greatly appreciate those that do! Thank you. --- Check out FriendlyJordies: https://www.youtube.com/@friendlyjordies Check out Jordan Shanks: https://www.youtube.com/@jordanshanks5340 Check out Jordan on tour in Australia:https://www.friendlyjordies.com/ Support the show, leave a rating and remember to subscribe: Listen on Audio ➡️ https://linktr.ee/redthreadshow Listen to other Our Other Shows ➡️ https://linktr.ee/theofficialnetwork Support us on Patreon ➡️ https://www.patreon.com/theofficialpodcast This is Episode #64, where we talk about some of the most popular Australian cryptids; The Bunyip, The Yowie & Drop Bears. Originally recorded 06/05/25. Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d0uOgQxgy-grJMF4iIecaOWXZ5yqCrh6UsQzCdc-13U/edit?usp=sharing Hosts: Jackson - https://www.twitter.com/zealotonpc Jordan - https://www.twitter.com/friendlyjordies Writer/Producer: Jackson Clarke Music/Editing by: https://linktr.ee/zayaLT Thumbnail: https://www.instagram.com/nook_eilyk/ Designer: http://www.jr-design-co.com/ Produced under The Official Podcast Network Contact (business only): theofficialpodcastyt@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reflecting on a year of phenomenal guests, we are bringing you a selection of the Best Conversations of 2024.Anita Heiss is a Wiradjuri woman and a prolific author. Her latest novel, Dirrayawadha, brings together Indigenous and colonial history, as well as Wiradjuri language, into a 19th century love story between an Irish convict and a brave Wiradjuri woman. Anita Heiss is a Wiradjuri woman, an author of many books and a Professor of Communications at The University of Queensland.Many of Anita's books focus on great love stories, and the inspiration for these romances came from the enduring, devoted love she saw between her parents – the very Austrian “Joe-the-carpenter”, and Elsie, a proud Wiradjuri woman.Anita's latest book goes back to the 1800s, bringing to life the brutal frontier wars in Bathurst, when martial law was declared.Her book is called Dirrayawadha - which is a Wiradjuri command meaning 'rise up'. This episode of Conversations contains discussions about authors, novels, romance, adventure, politics, Australian history, Indigenous history, Aboriginal culture, Indigenous languages, academics, universities, parents, childhood, marriage, multiculturalism, racism, Sydney, Bathurst, frontier wars, convicts, first nations, Indigenous Literacy Foundation. 

Anita Heiss talks about the writing craft and process behind her novel Dirrayawadha. Anita shares her insights about weaving research, backstory and Wiradyuri language into the narrative, emphasising the importance of authors trusting themselves and their stories. We discuss Anita's meticulous planning when it comes to her novels, which involves chapter breakdowns, character profiles, and using butcher's paper to keep organised. She talks about the importance of pre-manuscript consultations, sensitivity reads, and the editorial process with her First Nations editor, Grace Lucas-Pennington. Anita highlights the necessity for writers to remove themselves from their work to avoid burnout and gain a fresh perspective, as well as tips for keeping your writing authentic and managing the emotional labour of tackling heavy historical content.ABOUT DIRRAYAWADHA'Dirrayawadha is full of heart and hope, truth-telling and history – and shimmers with language too' Guardian'A story from the past given vivid life for new understanding' Kate GrenvilleBathurst, 1820sMiinaa was a young girl when the white ghosts first arrived. She remembers the day they raised a piece of cloth and renamed her homeland 'Bathurst'. Now she lives at Cloverdale and works for a white family who have settled there.The Nugents are kind, but Miinaa misses her miyagan. His brother, Windradyne, is a Wiradyuri leader, and visits when he can, bringing news of unrest across their ngurambang. Miinaa hopes the violence will not come to Cloverdale.When Irish convict Daniel O'Dwyer arrives at the settlement, Miinaa's life is transformed again. The pair are magnetically drawn to each other and begin meeting at the bila in secret. Dan understands how it feels to be displaced, but they still have a lot to learn about each other. Can their love survive their differences and the turmoil that threatens to destroy everything around them?From the bestselling author of Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray (River of Dreams) comes another groundbreaking historical novel about resistance, resilience and love during the frontier wars.ABOUT DR ANITA HEISSDr Anita Heiss is an internationally published, award-winning author of 23 books; non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial women's fiction and children's novels. She is a proud member of the Wiradyuri Nation of central New South Wales, an Ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and the GO Foundation, and Professor of Communications at the University of Queensland. Anita is also the Publisher at Large of Bundyi, an imprint of Simon & Schuster cultivating First Nations talent, and a board member of the National Justice Project and Circa Contemporary Circus. As an artist in residence at La Boite Theatre, she adapted her novel Tiddas for the stage. It premiered at the 2022 Brisbane Festival and was produced by Belvoir St for the Sydney Festival in 2024. Her novel, Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray, about the Great Flood of Gundagai, won the 2022 NSW Premier's Indigenous Writers' Prize and was shortlisted for the 2021 ARA Historical Novel Prize and the 2022 ABIA Awards. Anita's first children's picture book is Bidhi Galing (Big Rain), also about the Great Flood of Gundagai. Anita enjoys running, eating chocolate and being a creative disruptor.Website: https://www.anitaheiss.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dranitaheiss/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnitaHeissAuthor/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anitaheissBuy Dirrayawadha by Anita Heiss here.REFERENCES MENTIONED BY ANITA HEISSThe Artist's Way by Julia CameronAnita Heiss interview with Richard Fidler on ABC ConversationsBundyi Imprint (a division of Simon & Schuster) - A First Nations ImprintBuy The Too-Tall Tales of Alma T. Best by Katherine Collette here.BUILD AN AUTHOR WEBSITE COURSETo receive notifications about course dates, the free author website workshop and early bird discounts, sign up here - https://www.freshwebdesign.com.au/course This podcast is recorded on the beautiful, unceded lands of the Garigal people of the Eora nation.Full show notes available at writersbookclubpodcast.com

Shelley and Michala discuss their favourite recipes, the Indigenous Literacy Foundation's Create initiative, scams and ask listeners and each other about the useless things they collect. They are joined by Professor of Sociology Leah Ruppanner on mental load relating to her work on gender and comedian and regular guest Broad Bev Killick to give some of her Bev Hacks around Christmas and grounding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ANDY GRIFFITHS IS GOING TO DIEAndy Griffiths is one of Australia's most popular children's authors. He has written forty books—many in collaboration with illustrator Terry Denton—which have sold over 12 million copies in Australia, won 90 children's choice awards and 10 Australian Book Industry Awards—including Book of the Year for The 52-Storey Treehouse in 2015. His much loved Treehouse series has been embraced by children around the world and is published in more than 35 countries. The thirteenth—and final book in the series—was published in 2023. So what does one of the nation's most beloved and playful imaginations have to say about his own demise - and perhaps, the soundtrack that may accompany it?Andy is currently working on a new series called Adventures Unlimited in collaboration with illustrator Bill Hope. The first book, 'The Land of Lost Things', will be published in August 2024 and—in response to many children's requests to be included in the books—will feature the reader as one of the main characters (along with Andy) as they take a unpredictably silly adventure featuring the playful mix of left-of-centre comedy, fantasy, adventure and lavish illustrations that generations of his young readers—and their parents—have come to love so much.  Andy is a passionate advocate for literacy and in 2015 was awarded the Dromkeen Medal to honour his outstanding contribution to Australian children's literature. He is also an ambassador for both The Indigenous Literacy Foundation and the Pyjama Foundation.Andy's funeral playlist can be found here.Twitter: @andygbooksInstagram: andygbooksfacebook: Andy Griffiths Marieke Hardy Is Going To Die is a podcast made by Marieke Hardy (IG @marieke_hardy).You can follow at IG @GoingToDiePodMusic by Lord Fascinator (IG @lordfascinator)Produced by Darren Scarce (IG @Dazz26)Video edits by Andy Nedelkovski (IG @AndyNeds)Artwork by Lauren Egan (IG @heylaurenegan)Photography by Eamon Leggett (IG @anxietyoptions)With thanks to Amelia Chappelow (IG @ameliachappelow)Camilla McKewen (IG @CamillaLucyLucy)and Rhys Graham (IG @RhysJGraham)Drop an email to mariekehardyisgoingtodie@gmail.comWhilst acknowledging the privilege that comes with having the space to discuss death and mortality, we want to also recognise that discussing these topics can raise some  wounds. Should you wish to seek extra support, please consider the following resources:https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-grief-support-groupshttps://www.grief.org.au/ga/ga/Support/Support_Groups.aspxhttps://www.headspace.com/meditation/griefhttps://www.mindful.org/a-10-minute-guided-meditation-for-working-with-grief/https://griefline.org.au/get-help/ https://www.wheelercentre.com/events-tickets/season-2024/ben-shewry-is-going-to-die ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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The Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF) is the 2024 recipient of the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award (ALMA) for children's literature – a global award given annually to a person or organisation for their outstanding contribution to children's and young adult literature.

Indigenous Literacy Foundation wins prestigious international award for exceptional contribution to children's literature - The Federal Opposition questioned Penny Wong's call for the recognition of a Palestinian state - And, Millions of Muslims mark the end of Ramadan...

Kraftwerk für die Kunst. Das Bergson Kunstkraftwerk eröffnet heute.// "Back To Black": Warum das Biopic über Amy Winehouse zu kurz greift.// "Indigenous Literacy Foundation": Der Astrid Lindgren Kinderbuchpreis geht in diesem Jahr eine australische Stiftung.

It's the morning after the Voice referendum, and Emerald and Tom have a look at the results so far and what we can take from the unsuccessful campaign to enshrine indigenous recognition and a Voice into the Australian constitution. Every Greens seat voted Yes (take that future CPRS-style attack campaigns!) but sadly the clear majority of Australians chose No. Where did the campaign go wrong? What next for the country? Finally, a call to action. Full video version of this episode available on https://www.youtube.com/c/SeriousDangerAU  Subscribe on Patreon to support the show and check out all our bonus Patreon eps with guests like Lee Rhiannon, Geraldine Hickey, Max Chandler-Mather, Michael Berkman, Wil Anderson, Cam Wilson, Tom Tanuki and Jon Kudelka, and deep dives into topics like the ethics of tourism, the history of the party, co-operatives, Taylor Swift, THE GIANTS movie and the life of Bob Brown, when Friendlyjordies owned us, war crimes, vaping, psychedelic-assisted therapy, killer robots (with Emerald's sister!), a debrief of the 2022 federal results, whether the Greens are too woke, the 18-year plan for Greens government, whether lawns should be banned, Greens memes, bad takes, Joe Hildebrand's small brain, CPAC, Aussie political sketch comedy, internal Greens party shenanigans, and whether a Greens government would lead to the apocalypse. https://www.patreon.com/SeriousDangerAU  Links - Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Crisis Support: Phone 13YARN (139276 ) or https://www.13yarn.org.au/  Pay the Rent: https://paytherent.net.au/  Indigenous Literacy Foundation: https://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au/ More First Nations donate links: https://www.actionreadyqld.com/pay-the-rent  Greens MP commentary on Palestine-Israel - Adam Bandt: https://twitter.com/AdamBandt/status/1711547270477353036  https://twitter.com/AdamBandt/status/1712288394292928874  Max Chandler-Mather: https://twitter.com/mchandlermather/status/1712382090510279046   Jordon Steele-John: https://twitter.com/SenatorJordon/status/1712003508583714890 Produced by Michael Griffin Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and Patreon @SeriousDangerAUSupport the show: http://patreon.com/seriousdangerauSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday the Aurora Education Foundation, Go Foundation and Indigenous Literacy Foundation have announced their support for the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.

On Tuesday October 10, Ben Bowen (CEO of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation) joined Leila Smith (CEO of the Aurora Education Foundation), Charlene Davison (CEO of the GO Foundation) and Jason Clare (Federal Education Minister) at a press conference supporting the Yes23 campaign.

Welcome to the first episode of The Bookseller's Podcast. To celebrate the beginning of this new initiative, we talk to Chris Redfern from Avenue Bookstores (Vic), Jane Seaton from Beaufort Street Books (WA) and Gavin Williams from Matilda Bookstore (SA) about their beginnings, the challenges and pitfalls and the joy of owning your own bookshop. Donations to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation are very welcome on our fundraising page fundraising.ilf.org.au/thebooksellerspodcast Instagram @the_booksellers_podcast The bookshops discussed are marymartinbooks.com.au readings.com.au avenuebookstore.com.au beaufortstreetbooks.com.au matildabookshop.com.au

There are over 150 Indigenous languages actively maintained by community groups in Australia, and a growing movement to protect, revitalise and promote Indigenous language. There are 7000 languages in use worldwide - but many Indigenous languages are falling out of use. What does Australia need to do to preserve, revitalize and promote Indigenous languages? Uncle Gary Williams, Shelley Ware & Kirli Saunders sat down at Antidote 2022 to embark on an agenda-setting conversation. Hosted by Daniel Browning, in collaboration with the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, this event was recorded live at the Sydney Opera House in September 2022.-Watch talks from Antidote 2022 on Stream, the streaming platform from the Sydney Opera House. Register for free now and start watching at stream.sydneyoperahouse.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Terri Psiakis joins me today to discuss the songs from Vol 16 Side A. A real eclectic (that's the nice way of saying insane) mix of tracks on this one.TracklistingJX – You Belong To MeAlpha Team – SpeedClock – Axel FDJ Bobo – Love is All AroundPerfecto Allstarz – Reach Up (Papa's Got a Brand New PigBag)The Bucketheads – The Bomb (These Sounds Fall Into My Mind)East 17 – Let It RainMaster Wel and Norman Cook - When I Was A SpermDuran Duran – White LinesJanet Jackson – Whoops NowSupport the show on Patreon and get a weekly bonus episode of Pod Machine, a podcast looking at the songs of Hit Machine. Only $5 a month at patreon.com/dykwiaAnd if you're in Melbourne on December 18 come down to the European Bier Cafe at 3pm for the very first live 100% Hits Vol. Pod. We are doing the songs of Vol 17 withh. all proceeds going to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. Tickets at joshearl.com.au/gigs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trigger warning: this episode discusses pregnancy loss and cancer.From being a small business owner to becoming a doula and surviving cancer to experiencing a pregnancy loss, Charlotte Squires (aka @thelivingdoula) has lived many lives in her 30 years.In this episode, we discuss finding your “why” in work and in parenting, the importance of communication in sharing the load and why the principles of care and support relevant to the work of a doula should apply for life, not just the early postpartum period.We also cover how her family sets up the week so there's more time for work and fun, when she finds time for her doula work and how to set up support networks and make new friends as an adult.In acknowledging the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia, each week, I'll be doing a shout out to an indigenous business or charity doing great things.This week it's the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, a national charity working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander remote communities across Australia. I just ordered my son Ray a beautiful book about crocodiles from their online shop, which will support First Nations writing and stories in remote communities.

Dave Warneke (Do Go On, Book Cheat) joins me for a super fun episode where we talk the first half of Vol 15TracklistingTom Jones - If I Only KnewSheryl Crow - All I Wanna DoR.E.M. - Bang and BlameMax Sharam – ComaStiltskin – InsideBomb The Bass – Bug Powder DustGreen Day – When I Come AroundHocus Pocus – Here's Johnny!The Flaming Lips – She Don't Use JellySupport the show on Patreon. $5(US) a month gets you access to the weekly podcast Pod Machine, discussing the songs of Hit Machine patreon.com/dykwiaAnd if you're in Melbourne come and see the live 100% hits show Dec 18 at the European Bier Cafe 3pm. All proceeds go to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. Tickets at joshearl.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On VISION EXTRA: Zoe Cassim, Program Manager for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, tells us about Indigenous Literacy Day. To find out more go to: https://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au/ild .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gunditjmara woman, Denise Lovett outlines efforts to protect Aborignal Cultural heritage.

Gunditjmara woman, Denise Lovett outlines efforts to protect Aborignal Cultural heritage.

Today in the Confessional, Sandy chats with Educator and Author, Debra Dank. Debra is a proud Gudanji/Wakaja woman who has worked in teaching and learning for over 40 years. Debra was the first Project Manager for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation when it was Constituted in 2011 and completed her PhD in Narrative Theory and Semiotics in 2021.She has just released her book, We Come with This Place. The collection of recounts which form We Come with This Place, tells something of who the Gudanji are as a community and as a family. The experiences reflect the events and the living of Deb's family from the very beginning through to colonial times of living in remote Queensland/ Northern Territory, events in the 60's and 70's to the present. Importantly, it gives Gudanji context to the horrors of living on cattle stations and remote places, along with the utter joy of family and the nature of trying to maintain those ties and links to, and living with, Country.    We Come with This Place is a remarkable book, as rich, varied, and surprising as the vastlandscape in which it is set. Debra has created an extraordinary mosaic of vivid episodesthat move about in time and place to tell an unforgettable story of Country and people. Shewrites beautifully about connection to Country and the ongoing relationships with all kin aspractised by Gudanji people. Debra calibrates human emotions with honesty and insight, with plenty of dry, down-to-earth humour. You can feel and smell and see the puffs of dust under moving feet, the ever-present burning heat, the bright exuberance of a night-time campfire, the emerald flash of aflock of budgerigars, the journeying wind, the harshness of station life, the welcome scentof fresh water.   We Come with This Place is deeply personal, a profound tribute to family and the GudanjiCountry to which Debra Dank belongs, but it is much more than that. Here is Australia as ithas been for countless generations, land and people in long-practised balance, and Australiaas it became, but also Australia as it could and should be. The shared history of thiscontinent is much contested, and this book provides an alternative Australian story.Please welcome Debra to The Good Girl Confessional.You can follow Debra here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-dank-ph-d-2b3247176/?trk=public_profile_samename-profile&originalSubdomain=auWe Come with This Place is published by Allen and Unwin and is now available in all goodbookstores, or here:https://www.readings.com.au/products/35076346/we-come-with-this-place#Wb40 and The Good Girl Confessional Acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land we record this podcast on, the Wurrundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation and pay out respect to their elders, past, present and emerging.

Welcome to season three of Bell Shakespeare's podcast Speak The Speech! In this episode, Andy Griffiths talks to host James Evans about writing his Shakespeare adaptions Just Macbeth! and Just Romeo & Juliet!, how he inserts himself into his work, workshopping his plays and watching them come to life, the parallels between Macbeth and Hamlet, and his crucial collaborative relationships. Recorded live from Melbourne in May 2022. Andy Griffiths is one of Australia's most popular children's authors. His writing credits include The Day My Bum Went Psycho and the following trilogy; his extensive collaborations with illustrator Terry Denton including the Just series and the Treehouse series have sold over 10 million copies worldwide, won 80 children's choice awards and 10 Australian Book Industry Awards—including Book of the Year for The 52-Storey Treehouse in 2015. Five of his books have been adapted for the stage and have all had sell-out seasons at Sydney Opera House, as well as highly successful tours through the Netherlands, New Zealand, and America. He is a passionate advocate for literacy and in 2015 was awarded the Dromkeen Medal to honour his outstanding contribution to Australian children's literature. He is also an ambassador for both The Indigenous Literacy Foundation and the Pyjama Foundation. Find out more about Bell Shakespeare online: https://www.bellshakespeare.com.au/ and follow us on socials @bellshakespeare

Anita Heiss is a proud member of the Wiradjuri nation of central new south wales, but was born in Gadigal country and has spent much of her life on Dharawal land near La Perouse. She is one of Australia's most prolific and well-known authors publishing across genres including non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial fiction, and children's novels. Her latest book is Bila Yarudhanggalangdhuray. Anita is also a marathoner!Anita's children's literature includes Kicking Goals with Goodesy and Magic, co-written with Adam Goodes and Micheal O'Loughlin. She also wrote two kids' novels with students from La Perouse Public School - Yirra and her deadly dog Demon and Demon Guards the School Yard.Anita's other published works include the historical novel Who Am I? The Diary of Mary Talence, Sydney 1937, non-fiction text Dhuuluu-Yala (To Talk Straight) – Publishing Aboriginal Literature, and The Macquarie PEN Anthology of Aboriginal Literature which she co-authored with Peter Minter.Her adult fiction includes Not Meeting Mr Right, Avoiding Mr Right, Manhattan Dreaming, Paris Dreaming and Tiddas. Her most recent books include Harry's Secret Matty's Comeback, and Barbed Wire and Cherry Blossoms which was shortlisted for the QLD Literary Awards and longlisted for the Dublin International Literary Prize.In 2004 Anita was listed in The Bulletin magazine's “Smart 100”. Her memoir Am I Black Enough for You? was a finalist in the 2012 Human Rights Awards and she was a finalist in the 2013 Australian of the Year Awards (Local Hero).As an advocate for Indigenous literacy, Anita has worked in remote communities as a role model and encouraging young Indigenous Australians to write their own stories. On an international level she has performed her own work and lectured on Aboriginal literature across the globe at universities and conferences, consulates and embassies in the USA, Canada, the UK, Tahiti, Fiji, New Caledonia, Spain, Japan, Austria, Germany and New Zealand.Anita is a Lifetime Ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, and a proud Ambassador of Worawa Aboriginal College, the GO Foundation and the Sydney Swans.She is on the Board of the University of Queensland Press, Circa Contemporary Theatre and the National Justice Project, and lives in Brisbane.Recommendations throughout this episode: https://www.anitaheiss.com/https://www.bookdepository.com/author/Anita-HeissWebsite: www.blackmagicwoman.com.auFollow us on Instagram - @blackmagicwomanpodcastThe Black Magic Woman Podcast is hosted by Mundanara Bayles and is an uplifting conversational style program featuring mainly Aboriginal guests and explores issues of importance to Aboriginal people and communities. Mundanara is guided by Aboriginal Terms of Reference and focusses more on who people are rather than on what they do.If you enjoyed this episode, please ‘Subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘Follow' on your Spotify app and tell your friends and family about us! If you'd like to contact us, please email, info@blackmagicwoman.com.auSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/black-magic-woman. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our final episode recorded in the Kimberley last year features Natalie Davey, a Bunuba-Walmajarri woman, Traditional Custodian of the Martuwarra Fitzroy River, first Indigenous Chair of Environs Kimberley, broadcaster, artist, educator and so much more. What a privilege it was to be welcomed to her home and Country, on the banks of the River just outside Fitzroy Crossing. The Martuwarra is one of the last wild rivers in the world and, as you may have heard in previous episodes, it's at the heart of another flashpoint right now. Extractive colonial narratives of ‘advancing the north' persist. One of Australia's outstanding audio documentary makers, Kirsti Melville, entitled her recent 2-part ABC podcast on this place: ‘First they came for the land, now they come for the water'. But then, Nat recalls how her own Indigenous grandmother was afraid of Native Title, fearing it might mean she had to return to a tough life on Country. So if anyone can speak to where we go from here, it's Nat. This is a very special conversation by the Martuwarra, a deep insight into the Kimberley, its extraordinary Country and rich cultures, how we can avert the threats to it all, and be part of the brilliant and growing regenerative collaborations and economies everywhere. We talked for nearly two hours, having given this the time it needed. So there'll be a special extra to this episode released next week too, with this natural, wise and generous guide to the Martuwarra. This conversation was recorded on Natalie's Country by the Martuwarra Fitzroy River, just outside of Fitzroy Crossing in the Kimberley region in the far north of Western Australia, on 24 September 2021. Title slide image: The view of the Martuwarra Fitzroy River from Nat's place (pic: Anthony James). You'll see some more pics on the website too (link below). Music: Regeneration, composed by Amelia Barden, from the soundtrack of the new film Regenerating Australia, screening around the country now - https://theregenerators.co/regenerating-australia/ You Shine, by Tura Music - https://www.tura.com.au/ Discover more: Stay tuned for the special extra to this episode next week. Environs Kimberley (where Nat is now Chair) - https://www.environskimberley.org.au/ Indigenous Literacy Foundation shop - https://shop.ilf.org.au/ The Guardian article featuring Natalie and her short clip in the award-winning documentary series, Voices of the River - https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2020/sep/06/fitzroy-river-the-push-to-prevent-a-repeat-of-the-murray-darling-basin-disaster Kirsti Melville's ABC audio documentary mentioned in the intro - https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/earshot/martuwarra-fitzroy-river/13419878 Wangki Yupurnanupurru Radio - http://www.wangki.org.au/ And the radio show Nat now hosts with her father (more on this in Part 2 next week) - https://omny.fm/shows/wangki-radio/danggujarra-language-program-s5e59 Thanks very much to the generous supporters of this podcast, for making this episode possible. If you too value what you hear, please consider joining them by heading to the website at https://www.regennarration.com/support. Thanks for helping to keep the show going! And thanks for listening.

A group of young Indigenous creators have banded together to create Stick Mob Studio and have recently published three graphic novels. We're very excited to talk to Declan Miller, Seraphina Newberry and Alyssa Mason about how the studio came to be and their three books now published by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation.You can find out more about Stick Mob Studio on their website: https://www.stickmobstudio.com.auPlease note the Indigenous Literacy Day is on September 1. There are lots of things happening, including a graphic novels workshop with Stick Mob. For more details check the ILF website.If you like what we're doing, hit the subscribe button to stay up to date with our podcast. You can also follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ALIAGraphic​ and check our blog, https://aliagraphic.blogspot.com​, for updates, monthly roundups of news and new release titles. Feel free to give us a glowing review too, it will warm our hearts and every little bit helps.

A group of young Indigenous creators have banded together to create Stick Mob Studio and have recently published three graphic novels. We're very excited to talk to Declan Miller, Seraphina Newberry and Alyssa Mason about how the studio came to be and their three books now published by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation.You can find out more about Stick Mob Studio on their website: https://www.stickmobstudio.com.auPlease note the Indigenous Literacy Day is on September 1. There are lots of things happening, including a graphic novels workshop with Stick Mob. For more details check the ILF website.If you like what we're doing, hit the subscribe button to stay up to date with our podcast. You can also follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ALIAGraphic​ and check our blog, https://aliagraphic.blogspot.com​, for updates, monthly roundups of news and new release titles. Feel free to give us a glowing review too, it will warm our hearts and every little bit helps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Staffroom we were lucky to chat with educational expert, Dan Haesler from Sydney, Australia. With over 16,000 followers on Twitter, Dan is well-known across Asia-Pacific for his dynamic, energetic and passionate Keynote speeches on authentic classroom engagement, growth mindset and well-being. Dan also speaks about his book #SchoolOfThought, a collection of blog-posts and essays which offer thought-provoking ideas and real-life insight into his experiences with students. We genuinely enjoyed chatting with Dan, finding his words open and honest and his ideas captivating. Here's a break-down of our chat complete with time-stamps: What does Dan believe real (authentic) engagement actually looks like in schools? (3:50) What tips and advice can Dan offer to teachers who want to authentically engage their students in the classroom? (5:16) What kind of learning does Dan believe has a real sense of purpose and creates the conditions for authentic engagement? (9:00) Why is Dan an advocate for Phillip Schlechty's ‘continuum of engagement' and what are the main steps? (10:20) How does Dan believe we can pull-up ‘retreatist', ‘passive' or ‘ritualistic' learners to the higher levels of authentic engagement? (16:18) Why is Dan passionate about Carol Dweck's work on growth mindset? (18:40) What are the five things Dan thinks teachers need in order to instil a growth mindset and build resilience in students? (20:54) What does Dan think are the main barriers within our schools and communities that have a negative impact on mindset? (26:48) Why is mental health and well-being so important to Dan? Why does he think anxiety so common in students today? (28:30) How does Dan believe we can improve well-being in schools and in school communities? (34:13) We hope you enjoy this episode of The Staffroom and find Dan's words as inspirational as we did. As always, we have a lot to take away from our chat – we discuss some top takeaways at the end of the episode. Like us, I know you will have a lot to think about. Go purchase a copy of Dan's excellent book, #SchoolOfThought which is available internationally on Amazon and can be ordered from Dan's website in Australia . All profits from the book go to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation who go to remote areas of Australia delivering books to hard-to-reach children. We wish Dan all the best for 2018 and the growing success of his business Cut Through Coaching and Consulting. Until next time! Jamie, Michael and Tessa --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jamie-clark7/message

Three new graphic novels written by young Aboriginal people in Alice Springs and produced by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation in partnership with Stick Mob and Gestalt Publishing and launched for 2021 NAIDOC week. The three graphic novels are written and illustrated by Declan Miller, Seraphina Newberry, Alyssa Mason and Lauren Boyle. Interviews with Declan Miller and Wendy Cowan.

Dr Anita Heiss is an award-winning author of non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial women's fiction, children's novels and blogs. Her latest work is 'Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray', and it is the first commercial work published with only Aboriginal language on the cover in Australia. Anita is a proud member of the Wiradjuri Nation of central New South Wales and an Ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. CHAT WITH US Join our discussion using hashtag #AnonymousWasAWomanPod and don't forget to follow Jamila (on Instagram and Twitter) and Astrid (also on Instagram and Twitter) to continue the conversation. This podcast is sponsored by Hachette Publishing and is brought to you by Future Women. The podcast is produced by Bad Producer Productions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Ready to Retail, we are honoured to be in conversation about National Reconciliation Week with Rebekah Williams, the Indigenous inclusion consultant for the Northern Territory, New South Wales, the ACT and Queensland. We are also joined by Warren Mason, Area Manager for New South Wales, and ACT rural north. We take the opportunity to understand from Rebekah and Warren about our contribution to this and the impacts of our partnership with the Indigenous Literacy Foundation across Australia Post and our wider community.National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2021 of which the theme is More Than A Word. Reconciliation takes action, begins on 27 May and concludes on 3 June, both of these dates commemorate two significant milestones for reconciliation in Australia, the 1967 Referendum and the High Court Mabo decision. This year will mark 21 years since The People's Walk for Freedom where 250,000 people marched across Sydney Harbor Bridge in a powerful demonstration of unity.Every person has a part to play in reconciliation by learning more about our shared histories and culture. Today we work together to further our shared national journey towards a fully reconciled country. One of our commitments includes Australia Post's partnership with the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF) helping children in remote Indigenous communities with better access to books and opportunities to develop literacy skills.Here's some ways you can get involved:Visit NRW Reconciliation Australia for a range of educational resources and list of upcoming virtual events during NRWAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can choose to self-identify by visiting My Dashboard on OurPost and updating personal detailsDonate to charity through Workplace Giving i.e. Indigenous Literary FoundationAs always, if you have any comments, questions, suggestions or queries, please feel free to contact our team by emailing them on: retailacademy@auspost.com.au

I get the pleasure of sitting down with Ana Pereira to chat about becoming the boss of your money in a new world, and merge the action and energy of women and abundance and make our money work for us. Please note this is a conversation between two adults and not in any way meant to be offered as financial advice. Please seek professional assistance if required when making decisions about your finances or wealth and investing, as any topic discussed on this podcast is personal and not offered as direction for you. Any money's won or lost through using the information that you hear in this podcast is of no responsibility on either podcast guest. TOPICS WE DISCUSS IN THIS PODCAST: What is the IMF (international monetary fund)? Inflation and how this affects the dollar (and how this affects countries who are already seeing insane inflation). What is rent-vesting? What does this look like and why is this a great way of increasing your longterm passive wealth portfolio. Is being debt free important? Is there good and bad debt? Will your super be able to give you the lifestyle you want to have when you're at that age. Covid and the market crash nobody spoke about. Covid-19 as a cover for financial disruption. What is inflation - money printing and the psychology of people Super. Where to invest and what we need to be aware of and potentially change to make the most of our super. Is our money in the bank safe? Are cash-savings important or valuable? An emergency fund. What happens when the bank crashes and there's ‘Bail-in'. Why we'll no longer need commercial banks Precious metals - Gold and Silver - Why Ana sees this an insurance policy against Crypto and the Fiat currency. Why Gold and silver? If you had $1000 to spend on either gold, silver or crypto, what would you spend it on and where would you get it? Where to buy your Gold or Silver What is crypto-currency? Third party danger when transacting in the current environment. What do people need to know before investing in crypto-currency? Who should and who shouldn't get into crypto. And so much more! ♥️ Please tag me and a Taking radical responsibility on your awareness and knowledge creation. Three top tips: Invest in yourself and your education on money (what's coming in and out) Manage your money mindset because this is what will trip you up. Work out where you want your money to come from LINKS TO TOPICS REFERENCED AND HOW TO FIND ANA PEREIRA INSTAGRAM / WEBSITE Ana's ‘Get into Crypto' webinar: https://www.subscribepage.com/introtocryptowebinar LINK TO 1:1 Money Strategy Session Money Mindset Matters e-book - $5 from either purchase of Money Mindset Matters or the 1:1 sessions are donated to Indigenous Literacy Foundation.  Freebie Money Action Plan  Linktr.ee Links ABC Bullion - offices in every state. Economist - John Adams In the interests of the people Mike Maloney - Hidden Secrets of Monday & Gold/Silver James Rickards - The New Great Depression - Winners and Losers in a post-pandemic world.  

Dr Anita Heiss is an award-winning author of non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial women's fiction, children's novels and blogs. She is a proud member of the Wiradjuri Nation of central New South Wales, an Ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, the GO Foundation and Worawa Aboriginal College. With the release of 'Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray', Ben chats with Anita about connecting with her culture, the great flood of Gundagai, reclaiming indigenous language, and more. Books mentioned in this podcast: Anita Heiss - 'Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray': https://bit.ly/3e2CWhp Host: Ben Hunter Guest: Anita Heiss Producer: Nick Wasiliev

Dr Anita Heiss is an award-winning author of non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial women's fiction, children's novels and blogs. She is a proud member of the Wiradjuri Nation of central New South Wales, an Ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, the GO Foundation and Worawa Aboriginal College. Her novel Barbed Wire and Cherry Blossoms, set in Cowra during World War II, was the 2020 University of Canberra Book of the Year. Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray is her second work of historical fiction, and it is the first commercial work published with only Aboriginal language on the cover in Australia. Anita is a board member of University of Queensland Press and Circa Contemporary Circus, and is a Professor of Communications at the University of Queensland. As an artist in residence at La Boite Theatre in 2020, Anita began adapting her novel Tiddas for the stage.  About The Garret Read the transcript of this interview at thegarretpodcast.com. The interview was recorded by Zoom, and we can't wait to start recording in person again soon. You can also follow The Garret on Twitter and Facebook, or follow our host Astrid Edwards on Twitter or Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EPISODE SUMMARY: Alice Fraser (The Gargle podcast, standup special Savage) competes to cheer Josh up! Because she's recording from Australia, Alice is able to answer several questions about the near future. She then graciously donates her $100 in prize money to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. Plus, pep talks for the present as well as people have failed or are currently failing!   Follow Alice on social media: www.twitter.com/aliterative www.instagram.com/aliterative   Listen to The Gargle: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gargle/id1552687312   Watch Savage: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B08BYK6S83/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r   Donate to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation: https://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au/fundraise   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Griffiths is one of the most loved authors in Australia. Andy and his partner in crime illustrator Terry Denton have collaborated on more than 33 bestselling books including the Treehouse series, all of which have sold over 10 million copies – which must make them some of bestselling Australian authors of all time. They've been published in over 35 countries and have had various books adapted for stage with sell out seasons at the Opera House. Andy is an ambassador for The Indigenous Literacy Foundation and the Pyjama Foundation and has received countless awards for his books and contribution to Children's Literature. * You might want to listen to this interview in a few sessions as it's much longer than usual (everything Andy said was gold so I didn't edit it down). He's incredibly humble, generous and funny (forgive my excessive laughter) and his life story is an inspiration. Enjoy.

Apologies listeners for some slight hiccups of the "mics decided to produce weird feedback" variety, but if you look past this you will see (or hear) two amazing young creators who have started their own social enterprise called Monsieur Monet. 50% of the products from their business are donated to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. Check out their business at https://monsieurmonet.com/

Isolated, below freezing temperatures, and relied upon as the lone doctor in an Antarctic Research Facility. A select group of researchers and scientists travel to Antarctica to conduct experiments and study the land - an even more select group of people are tasked with keeping them safe.  Each year, a single doctor is appointed to the Davis Research Station in the Australian Antarctic Territory. A 12 month stay, enduring the most extreme conditions on earth, bustling through the below freezing temperatures of -7 in summer, to the barren -40 during winter. Dr John Cherry is that single doctor, and after a substantial training regiment, crash courses in dental surgery and a comprehensive, life long ambition, John is all but set to depart on his 12 month stay in Antarctica.  Follow the show on Instagram:  @theriskequationpodcast Follow Chris:  https://linktr.ee/chris_r_maguire Thanks to Altdrop for sponsoring this week's episode of The Risk Equation and for helping support a charity of our guest's choosing. Use code “RISKILF” to donate 10% of your purchase from Altdrop to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. The ILF is a charity supporting extremely remote Indigenous communities by supplying books and running programs to help make a difference to the lives of hundreds of Indigenous families.  For more information, visit indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au and Altdrop.com.au.  Receipts and dockets outlining details of Altdrop's 10% donation will be emailed to each purchaser.  Follow Altdrop:  instagram.com/altdrop_ facebook.com/Altdropco The Risk Equation is edited and produced by Edward Gooden. For show enquiries: edgooden31@gmail.com  Music and sound effects: Epidemic Sound  

Multi-ARIA award winning artist Josh Pyke is back with a stunning new album, Rome. Here he talks to Sean Sennett about recording the album, his hiatus from solo records, his forays into writing children’s books, his song writing process and his charitable work with the JP Partnership and the Indigenous Literacy Foundation.

In this episode, we celebrate our partnership with the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and explore what that means and the impact this has on our people and the community. We will be speaking with Nicky Tracey, Head of Community, Chris Heelan, National Indigenous Manager, Karen Williams, Executive Director of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation & Richard Thomas, Postal Manager at Broken Hill.Earlier this year, we launched our commitment to literacy and announced the Indigenous Literacy Foundation as our major Literacy Partner. The Indigenous Literacy Foundations Book Supply program sends new books to communities that need them the most. Indigenous Literacy day is celebrated on September 2nd this year as a virtual event and is an opportunity to share and enlighten children about Indigenous song, languages and stories.To understand more about our partnership, the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and the work they do or to get involved, you can visit either the Australia Post or the Indigenous Literacy Foundation Website or get in contact with our team on: retailacademy@auspost.com.au

Wednesday, 2nd September is Indigenous Literacy Day, a celebration of Indigenous culture, stories, language and literacy, but also a reminder of how far we have to go to ensure equal literacy rates in Australia. Today, we're speaking with Gregg Dreise, ambassador of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, an author and illustrator himself.

Karen Williams OAM from the Indigenous Literacy Foundation discusses the Foundation's extraordinary work supplying books to remote indigenous communities and its hopes for the future.SHOW NOTES: Nicole AbadeeWebsite: https://www.nicoleabadee.com.auFacebook: @nicole.abadeeTwitter: @NicoleAbadeeThe Indigenous Literacy FoundationWebsite: www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.auFacebook: @IndigenousLiteracyFoundationTwitter: @IndigenousLFInstagram: @indigenousliteracyfoundationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Middle Grade Mavens, we must pause to acknowledge #Reconcilliation Week in Australia. https://www.reconciliation.org.au/national-reconciliation-week/ Please check out and support Magabala Books: https://www.magabala.com/collections/junior-fiction And for excellent teaching resources Pamela mentions, hop on over to https://www.wingaru.com.au/ and https://www.crackerjackeducation.com.au/ And we'd love it if you would hop on over and donate to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation: https://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au/ For our reviews. Pamela explores, "The Book of Chance," by Sue Whiting, and Julie explores, "The Theory Of Hummingbirds," by Michelle Kadarusman, plus Sue and Michelle stops in for some authorly banter, and we also have Kate O'Donnell jump back into the hot seat for some May/June book recommendations... Author Links: https://suewhiting.com/the-book-of-chance/ Want this book at your local library? Here's what you'll need. Author: Sue Whiting Title: The Book of Chance Format: Book Publisher: Walker Books Australia Date: 1 April 2020 ISBN: 978-1-760651-36-7 Author Links: https://www.uqp.com.au/books/the-theory-of-hummingbirds Want this book at your local library? Here's what you'll need. Author: Michelle Kadarusman Title: The Theory of Hummingbirds Format: Book Publisher: University of Queensland Press Date: 2 June 2020 ISBN: 9780702262920 Sun Book Shop recommendations: http://www.sunbookshop.com Note: PB Picture Book, JF Junior Fiction, MG Middle Grade, YA Young Adult Super Sporty Girls: JF Landing with Wings by Trace Balla: PB Real Pigeons: Peck Punches: by Andrew McDonald, illustrated by Ben Wood: JF Her Perilous Mansion by Sean Williams: MG Otillie Colter and the Withering World by Rhiannon Williams: MG The Smugglers Secret by Elly Griffiths: MG Everybody Counts by Kristin Roskifte: PB Everyone's Awake by Colin Meloy, Illustrated by Shawn Hariss: PB No Never by Libby Hathorn and Lisa Hathorn - Jarmin, illustrated by Mel Pierce: PB Sweep by Jonathon Auxier: MG The Republic of Birds by Jessica Miller: YA The End of The World Is Greater Than Love by Davina Bell: YA Eloise and the Bucket of Stars by Janeen Brian: MG The Lost Soul Atlas by Zan Fraillon: YA Please Don't Hug Me by Kay Kerr: YA Peter Lyre's Rating Normal by Anna Whately: YA To learn more about the Mavens, head on over to https://www.middlegradepodcast.com Or to find Julie online drop by https://www.julieannegrassobooks.com And for Pamela online find her at https://www.ueckerman.net Have a question or comment? Email us at mavens@middlegradepodcast.com To learn what books are in the pipeline, follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/middlegrademavens

Pam chats with Petronella McGovern, Debut Author of "Six Minutes," a thriller that has already been Longlisted for the 2020 Indie Book Awards. Petronella chats about writing a book from several character perspectives and how she moved from ghost writing to finally publishing her own book. As the holidays are upon us and gifts will be given soon, Pam and Kel talk conscious gift giving and eco friendly presents. Tis the season to be giving back as much as we give to each other, why not do both at the same time! If you like this episode of the Writes4Women podcast, check out our other episodes at www.writes4women.com OR SUBSCRIBE at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your pods. #PetronellaMcGovern #SixMinutes #Allen&Unwin #Fiction #Thriller #Parenting #WritingLife #WritingCommunity #podcasts #WritingNSW #RoomtoRead #IndigenousLiteracyFoundation #AdoptaKoala SHOWNOTES: Writes4Womenwww.writes4women.comFacebook @writes4womenTwitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast W4W Patreonhttps://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon Petronella McGovernhttps://www.petronellamcgovern.com.auFacebook @PetronellaMcGovernTwitter@PetronellaMcGov Pamela Cookwww.pamelacook.com.auFacebook @pamelacookauthorTwitter @PamelaCookAU Listen Up Podcasting (Kel Butler)www.listenuppodcasting.com.auFacebook @kelbutler / @listenuppodcastingTwitter @KelB Writing NSWhttps://writingnsw.org.auFacebook / Twitter @WritingNSW Room to Readhttps://www.roomtoread.org Indigenous Literacy Foundationhttps://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au World Wildlife Fund - Adopt a Koala or Tigerhttps://www.wwf.org.au

This week on Breakfasters, Professor Ary Hoffmann drops by to discuss the threat of climate change and how it's measured. Josh Earl calls in to talk about the live show of his podcast "Don't You Know Who I Am," which is raising money for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and is sure to be well-attended by 'J-earl Scouts.' Sarah, Jeff and Geraldine talk about why they dislike the term bucket list and the experiences most people put on them, and the inevitability of talking about how hot it is on a hot day. And US comedian Iliza Shlesinger joins the team to talk about her new show “Elder Millennial Tour” about what it was like to grow up when Nintendo graphics were just coloured blocks.

There is great disparity between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, in many different areas. The Indigenous Literacy Foundation or ILF is trying to repair the disparity in levels of reading and writing. In the very remote Northern Territory only 35% of Indigenous children in year 5 meet the minimum standards for reading and writing. Musician and ILF ambassador Josh Pyke explains how we can all help too.

In this edition of Backstory, host Melissa Cranenburgh is joined by Majok Tulba, author of When Elephants Fight, a haunting coming of age young adult fiction about the hardships of life as a refugee. Majok Tulba's debut novel, Beneath the Darkening Sky, was shortlisted for the Dylan Thomas Prize and likened to the work of Nam Le, Markus Zusak and Primo Levi. https://www.penguin.com.au/books/when-elephants-fight-9781926428437Mel is then joined by Sharon Galleguillos from the Indigenous Literacy Foundation to talk about Indigenous Literacy Day, a national celebration of Indigenous culture, stories, language and literacy. You can find out more at https://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au/how-you-can-help

Coaching, umpiring and learning to listen. We talk to Angie Greene from Stand Up Events and Dr Anita Heiss — author, advocate and Lifetime Ambassador of The Indigenous Literacy Foundation.

Coaching, umpiring and learning to listen. We talk to Angie Greene from Stand Up Events and Dr Anita Heiss — author, advocate and Lifetime Ambassador of The Indigenous Literacy Foundation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr Anita Heiss is an author, poet and satirist - she has written 16 books including her memoir ‘Am I Black Enough for You?’. She is a Lifetime Ambassador of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and currently divides her time between writing, public speaking, MCing, managing the Epic Good Foundation and being a 'creative disruptor'. In this episode we unpack Anita’s creative writing process, how she has dealt with criticism, and why we need to encourage Indigenous communities to continue to share their stories across Australia - in fact why all of our children need to have a platform to share their stories. Anita reminds us that words are powerful and we get a choice about which ones we use.

The Yakanarra song book is a collection of songs in both Walmajarri and English and illustrated by children from the Yakanarra Community School. Alison Lester is also an ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, and worked on the project with Indigneous kids.