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Why Eureka Matters with Peter FitzSimons and Professor Clare Wright
Former Wallaby, best-selling author, broadcaster and raconteur, Peter FitzSimons AM, and trailblazing historian and Stella Prize winning author, broadcaster and podcaster, Professor Clare Wright OAM, join us to share their thoughts on ‘Why Eureka Matters’.
Marking the 170th anniversary of the Eureka Stockade, the event will begin with Clare and Peter each responding to the question, ‘Why Eureka Matters’. They will then join ABC Ballarat broadcaster Steve Martin for a conversation about Eureka’s significance in the forging of Australia’s democratic traditions, social values and cultural identity, and the importance of keeping its legend and legacy alive.
The event is presented by the Eureka Centre at the Mining Exchange in the historic heart of Ballarat. This special edition of the annual Peter Tobin Oration marks the 170th anniversary of the Eureka Stockade and honours the contribution of the late Peter Tobin OAM to the commemoration of the Eureka Stockade.
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Ballarat Mining Exchange12 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat Central, VIC 3350Get directions
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Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities.
These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.
We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years.
As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.