Bob Brown, Australian Environmentalist and former Leader of the Australian Greens, and once resident of Trunkey Creek, joins us for this special event.
2pm – Film Screening: THE GIANTS
From a seedling to forest elder, THE GIANTS interweaves Bob Brown’s extraordinary life with the story of the ancient forests he is fighting for, featuring award winning cinematography and stunning animation.
3.30pm – Defiance: Bob Brown in conversation
Bob Brown joins Jen Barry on the BMEC stage to talk about his book, Defiance. Drawing on his experiences celebrating and defending nature, Bob shares stories to galvanise, uplift and inspire.
4.30pm – Book signing with Bob Brown in the BMEC foyer
Robert James “Bob” Brown is a former Australian politician, environmentalist, and medical doctor who was elected to the Australian Senate in 1996. He was also the first openly gay member of Australia’s parliament and the first openly gay leader of an Australian political party. In 2012, Brown retired from the Senate and stepped down as Australian Greens party leader. He established the Bob Brown Foundation, a nonprofit organization focusing on wildlife and the environment.
Stories of courage and conviction from the environmental frontline
For half a century, Bob Brown has been standing up to the powerful interests who would put profit before planet. In Defiance, he draws on this experience to inspire a new generation of individual and collective action. He reflects on the people and places that have shaped him, celebrates the irreplaceable beauty and value of nature and shares what motivates him to keep fighting.
Event and Ticket Details
BMEC Members
$18
Non-Members
$20
*A $3 booking fee applies, BMEC Members do not pay this fee.
