Event #4
Gary Lonesborough: A boy from Bega
Fairfax Studio
Lower Secondary / Schools Program
#About the event
Duration: 60 minutes
Gary Lonesborough: A boy from Bega
Schools Program: Lower Secondary
10–11am, Thursday 8 October 2026
Fairfax Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse
Gary will take you on a journey through his writing life, from when his love for books began to his becoming a published author. Gary will explore the life experiences, lessons and writing tips he’s learned along the way and how they’ve informed the creation and publication of his award-winning books.
#Booking Form for School Groups
We recommend school groups use the booking form to secure a place for your students. You can book an individual session, or a three-session bundle deal for a full day of programming, via the form. Complimentary teacher tickets can also be claimed this way.
#Artist
Gary Lonesborough
Gary Lonesborough is a Yuin writer, who grew up on the Far South Coast of NSW as part of a large and proud Aboriginal family. Gary was always writing as a child, and continued his creative journey when he moved to Sydney to study at film school. Gary has experience in youth work, Aboriginal health, child protection, the disability sector (including experience working in the youth justice system) and the film industry. His young adult novels, The Boy from the Mish, We Didn't Think It Through, and I'm Not Really Here have been shortlisted for numerous awards.
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