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In conversation with Fleur McDonald

16/11/2022 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

$10

Having sold over 700,000 copies of her books, Fleur has solidified her position as one of the country’s favourite storytellers.

Australia’s leading rural literature author, Fleur’s books become best sellers almost as quickly as they hit the shelves. Her story lines are drawn from inspiration from having lived and worked for much of her life on farms. Loving the rural life style Fleur now owns 4050ha across rural Western Australia.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear about her new book Broad River Station in conversation with local ABC journalist Lexie Jeuniewic (More about Lexie >) 

Books will be available for purchase, courtesy Collins Booksellers Ballarat on Lydiard and Fleur will be available for book signings. Fleur is brought to us courtesy Allen & Unwin Book Publishers. (Image: Dan Paris)

Bookings are essential | Tickets ar $10 per person 
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Broad River Station | Fleur McDonald

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Mia, a newly graduated constable, on her first post is assigned to Broad River, a small country town. And as certain as she is about her ability to do the job, on day one she’s already in conflict with colleagues who believe that women shouldn’t be coppers.

It takes the shine off coming home, where her grandmother, Clara, is in the early stages of dementia. Clara is in a nursing home, living between her present and the mist-covered past of her life as dementia slowly steals her memories. Mia is accustomed to their conversations often not quite making sense but when Clara hints at veiled family secrets, Mia isn’t sure what she should believe.

Lexie Jeuniewic

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Lexie Jeuniewic is a reporter for ABC Ballarat, covering radio, digital, and television.

She previously worked as a senior reporter for 9News Sunshine Coast and as a video journalist for 9News Border North-East, based in Shepparton.

A former rower, she continues to enjoy the exploring great outdoors and loves curling up with a great book and cup of tea on a chilly Ballarat afternoon!

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16/11/2022
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6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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$10
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Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

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BMI – Humffray Room
117-119 Sturt Street
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350 Australia + Google Map
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