
When
SaturdayMarch 25
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Where
Local Connections Restaurant
University of Newcastle
Shortland Building
130 University Dr, Callaghan NSW 2308
ACCESSIBILITY
Tickets
$75.00+ Transaction fee
Literary Lunch: A Year with Wendy Whiteley – Booked out
Wendy Whiteley is a legendary figure in the art world, the keeper of the Brett Whiteley legacy, best known for creating the Secret Garden on the land below her house on Sydney Harbour. But before she met Brett, Wendy was herself a budding artist; her creative work ever since has been under-recognised. Wendy is a survivor: of drug dependence, bitter divorce, the deaths of Brett and their beloved daughter, Arkie. More than that, she is a remarkable figure whose life has had its own contours and priorities. Now in her early 80s—reflective yet outspoken, with a dry wit—she has much to tell about it.
Join Wendy and acclaimed Brett Whiteley biographer Ashleigh Wilson as they discuss A Year with Wendy Whiteley, which features a year of conversation between them as well as extensive research and supplementary interviews.
Hosted by Gerry Bobsien.
*Ticket includes a two-course meal plus sides. Drinks will be available to purchase. When booking please notify us of your dietary requirements.
Local Connections is the result of chef and entrepreneur Alex Hunter’s vision. The restaurant celebrates the vibrant cuisine of the Hunter region, combining fresh, colourful ingredients into creative farm-to-table dishes. Working solely with the Hunter suppliers, Local Connections works to strengthen the connection between the University and community, while the team of food and beverage experts and kitchen attendants includes University of Newcastle students. Located in the Shortland Building, in the old Godfrey Tanner Bar, next door to the Brennan Room (US209). For directions view the Local Connections venue map.
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