Meet the Author: Peter FitzSimons - North Lakes

Next date: Saturday, 29 March 2025 | 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Join us for an exclusive in-conversation event with Peter FitzSimons AM.

The successful author, broadcaster and former Wallaby will share stories from his books and his extraordinary life in the spotlight.

Peter's most recent book, The Legend of Albert Jacka recounts the life of a shy lad from country Victoria whose bravery and sacrifice led him to become the first Australian soldier to be awarded the Victoria Cross in WWI.

A master storyteller, Peter's books range across Australian history from the Batavia to The Battle of Long Tan and include biographies of high profile sporting identities such as John Eales and Steve Waugh.

Free. Bookings required. For adults. Light refreshments available.

Peter will sign copies of his book after the event. Books will be available for sale at the event courtesy of QBD The Bookshop - North Lakes.

About Peter FitzSimons

Peter FitzSimons is a well-respected columnist for The Sydney Morning Herald and Sun-Herald, speaks four languages, has played rugby for Australia, co-hosted radio shows with Mike Carlton and Doug Mulray, interviewed famous people around the globe from George Bush to Diego Maradona, was the Chair of the Australian Republican Movement and has written over 27 best-selling books. 

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North Lakes Library, 10 The Corso, North Lakes, 4509, View map