Fitzroy's iconic Cairo flats, designed by architect Acheson Best Overend, became the blueprint for modern life in Melbourne in the 1930s. These studio flats offered the possibility of a bohemian life that excluded the domestic. Chris Womersley (Cairo) chats to Anna Kate Blair (The Modern) about modern art, architecture, and what it means to live a modern life.

Tony Birch (Women & Children), Chris Womersley (Ordinary Gods and Monsters) and Myfanwy Jones (Cool Water) write men with complicated relationships to masculinity. Hear how they've crafted 'upstanding' characters and flawed role models against the backdrop of suburbia. Moderated by Hilde Hinton.

His debut novel OUTRIDER is a lightning-paced action thriller, set in 2034 in an occupied Australia. In this world, parts of our beautiful country now resemble a Mad-Max-esque dystopia... however, there's hope thanks to a motley group called “The Resistance” who continue to fight for freedom. Mark’s hero is named Jack Dunne and he must complete one final mission in order to forge a better life for him and his young son. A perfect read for fans of juggernauts Matthew Reilly and Lee Child. Join us for an action filled evening with author Mark Wales, followed by a signing after the event. Books will be available for purchase on the night. Tickets include a welcome drink and shared grazing boards. Doors open from 6:00pm for a 6:30pm start, seating is unallocated so arrive early to secure your spot!