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Canberra Writers Festival: 15–18 October 2026

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At the Festival 2026

Explore conversations, workshops, and performances across Canberra

The Extraordinary Power of Childhood Imagination

  • 17 October | 11:45 am
  • Level 4 | National Library of Australia
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Political Rupture: Identity, Equality and Opportunity

  • 17 October | 11:45 am
  • Senate Chamber | Museum of Australian Democracy Old Parliament House
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Uphill Battle: Future of Education

  • 17 October | 11:45 am
  • Representatives Chambers | Museum of Australian Democracy Old Parliament House
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The Intimacy of the World

  • 17 October | 11:45 am
  • Terrace Room | National Portrait Gallery
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Lunacy: The Case Against the New Space Age

  • 17 October | 11:45 am
  • Liangis Theatre | National Portrait Gallery
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First Responders: Stories from the Front Line

  • 17 October | 11:45 am
  • Function Room | National Archives of Australia
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The Legend of Reg Saunders

  • 17 October | 11:45 am
  • Activity Room | National Archives of Australia
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Fearless Girls Who Make Their Own Adventures

  • 17 October | 12:00 pm
  • Icon Water Festival Lawn
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Upcoming events

Explore conversations, workshops and book launches across the Canberra region.

Stephanie Alexander: The Cook’s Companion

  • 17 September | 12:00 am
  • Floriade - The Garden House by Bunnings Warehouse
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Ginsights: Ashleigh Kalagian Blunt

  • 3 September | 12:00 am
  • Olims Bar and Bistro
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Holly Ringland: The World Beneath Her Feet

  • 13 September | 12:00 am
  • Lerida Estate
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Primary School Day: Years 4 to 6

  • Monday 19 October 2026
  • National Library of Australia
  • From $22 per student
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  • Tuesday 20 October 2026
  • National Library of Australia
  • From $22 per student
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  • Friday 16 October 2026
  • National Library of Australia
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