Wherever you go in Australia, you'll stumble across traces of ancient settlement, remnants of exploration, yarns from the roaring days of gold and bushranging, unexplained events and a never-ending cast of eccentric characters.

Graham Seal takes us on a storytelling tour, from iconic destinations to tiny settlements, remote landmarks and little-known corners of this vast continent. He discovers the true stories behind the immortal Aussie songs about the pub with no beer and the land where the crow flies backwards. He visits sites precious to First Nations people and others precious to recent arrivals; he uncovers hair-raising stories in dangerous places; and he tracks down the elusive Everywhere Man. He also investigates mysterious natural phenomena and unsolved crimes, and takes us to locations of gruesome crimes and secret installations.

Dr Graham Seal is an Emeritus Professor at Curtin University and an Australian and international authority in folklore. His latest book is a collection of funny, curious and astonishing stories from across Australia.

Wednesday 24 May 2023 | 10 – 11.30am
Local History Centre, 99 Loftus Street, Leederville.

Morning tea will be provided.

Bookings essential: Book online.

9273 6090 or [email protected]