What Good News! Mal Walden’s latest book’s launch is on the horizon!

DOES IT ALWAYS HAVE TO BE BAD NEWS?

News rooms everywhere ask this question constantly, but there are good news stories out there. Stories that highlight the resilience and ingenuity of people, examples of kindness and compassion we show to each other, the determination to overcome hardship and the creative way people improve their lives. Mal Walden, the much loved former Melbourne newsreader who has been involved with journalism and the media for over six decades, presents his latest book – a collection of Good News! Jam packed with stories of survival, invention, compassion and decent human kindness.

If you want to come along and celebrate the launch of this ingenuous new book, Good News! from the author of the wildly popular The News Man (Brolga Publishing, 2016) you are welcome to attend! Please note, we ask that you RSVP so we can keep track of attendance numbers.

Date: Wednesday, 6th of December 2017.
Venue: The Racecourse Hotel – 895 Dandenong Rd, Malvern East.
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
RSVP: Elly Cridland admin@brolgapublishing.com.au
Finger food provided & drinks available for purchase over the bar.

Help is on it’s Way! ‘Every Day of My Life’ has launched!

Over the last few months we have had the pleasure of working with Beeb Birtles – of Zoot, Frieze, Mississippi and Little River Band (to name a few) fame – on his memoir Every Day of My Life and on the 14th of November 2017 to a packed house filled with friends and fans alike we had the pleasure of launching this outstanding and superlative book with the author himself, who had flown in from the US for this launch and a few book signings and interviews all over Australia.

At the idyllic Racecourse Hotel in the heart of Malvern East Beeb mingled with crowds, making everyone feel welcome and accompanying his speech gave a spirited and lively Q&A where many laughs were had and memories shared.

If you aren’t aware of what Every Day of My Life is about, it’s the remarkable tale of how Beeb Birtles conquered the music world – and then lost the band he had helped form. Gerard Bertlekamp arrived in Australia in the 1970s, a Dutch boy with no English. Within a short space of time he developed his love of music and adopted the stage name of Beeb Birtles. Beeb became part of the pop sensation of the 1970s, Zoot, along with Darryl Cotton and Rick Springfield. Beeb then went on to become one of the founding members of Little River Band (LRB), which was the first Australian band to break into the elusive American market and have a gold album in the US. Their hits include: ‘Reminiscing’, ‘Help is On its Way’, ‘Lonesome Loser’, ‘Curiosity (killed the cat)’, ‘Happy Anniversary’, ‘Lady,’ ‘It’s a Long Way There’ and ‘Every Day of My Life’.

Every Day of My Life
is Beeb’s story: raw, honest and a fascinating insight into the music world and one man’s love of music.

Every Day of My Life is available in all good bookstores now and is an invaluable must-have for anyone who loves Australian music history – and with Christmas right around the corner it would also make a perfect gift too!
ISBN: 9781925367973

Beeb Birtles interview tomorrow (16/11) with 2NBC’s Ray Burgess

At 2pm tomorrow Beeb Birtles will be speaking to Sydney’s Ray Burgess on 2NBC (90.1 NBC FM) from 2pm onwards. 2NBC (90.1 NBC FM) is a proud local community radio station which broadcasts out of the beautiful Peakhurst, Sydney.
Beeb Birtles and Ray Burgess are long time friends so it promises to be a interesting interview for sure! And if you’re not a Sydney local, have no fear! You can tune in live following this link: 2NBC (90.1 NBC FM) live via Tunein.com

Beeb Birtles’ stunning memoir, Every Day of My Life is available in all good bookstores and if you’re interested in supporting community radio you can always check out 2NBC (90.1 NBC FM)‘s website at www.2nbc.com.au

ISBN: 9781925367973

Beeb Birtles Book Signing @ Dymocks Eastland + Chadstone

Zoot, Mississippi, Little River Band, Birtles Shorrock Goble … do any of these famous groups ring a bell – does it take you to a place of fond memories of the unforgettable hair, outfits and music and an unforgettable era for Australian music? Do you know what these all have in common? The enormously talented and famous Beeb Birtles of course!

We’re so grateful to have been able to work with Beeb to publish his memoir Every Day of My Life and now we’re super excited to pass on the excellent news – Eastland and Chadstone Dymocks stores (November 17th and 18th respectively) will be having Beeb Birtles himself in for a book signing! We very much encourage coming down, meeting a piece of music history and getting a book (or two) signed! Christmas is just around the corner and this is a must-have book for any music enthusiast!

Meet Beeb Birtles at Dymocks Eastland
Date: Friday, November 17th 2017
Time: 1pm
Venue: Dymocks Eastland, Eastland Shopping Centre, Shop 1136, 171-175 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood VIC 3134
Cost: FREE
Enquirieseastland@dymocks.com.au
www.dymocks.com.au | Beeb Birtles at Eastland – Friday, November 17 2017.

Meet Beeb Birtles at Dymocks Chadstone
Date: Saturday, November 18th 2017
Time: 1pm
Venue: Dymocks Chadstone, Chadstone Shopping Centre, 1341 Dandenong Road Chadstone Vic 3148
Cost: FREE
Enquirieschadstone@dymocks.com.au
www.dymocks.com.au | Beeb Birtles at Chadstone – Saturday, November 18 2017.

Every Day of My Life ISBN: 9781925367973

Ros Ben-Moshe and ‘Laughing at cancer’ speaking events in Brisbane + Adelaide!

The widely lauded and acclaimed laughter wellness expert, Ros Ben-Moshe (author of the very popular Laughing at cancer book  Brolga Publishing, 2017) will be visiting the below Australian cities to present, talk and revitalise audiences in the way they speak about, think and approach ill-health, as well as attend local interviews that you can tune into. Ros Ben-Moshe is a leading expert in her field and her book, Laughing at cancer is infused with humour, hope and inspiration and features scientific evidence to ascertain the content is factually rigorous. If you would like to attend the speaking events/listen in to her latest interviews the dates are as follows:

Brisbane

  • Free public event Brisbane Square Library (community meeting room)
    Wednesday 4 October 4-5pm
  • ABC Radio interview Brisbane Friday 6 October @10.30am

Adelaide

If you would like to keep up with Ros Ben-Moshe and her book you can follow her on Facebook or her Website.

If you haven’t yet gotten your own copy of Laughing at cancer yet it is available at all good bookstores and can be ordered directly by emailing markzocchi@brolgapublishing.com.au

Laughing at cancer
ISBN: 9781925367843

What a spectacular mark launching ‘Fabulous Phil’ by Matt Watson!

We were very honoured to attend and be a part of the launch of one of the most highly-anticipated titles released this year – Fabulous Phil by Matt Watson – at the stunning Bella Union venue in Carlton on August 28th 2017. The launch was graced with the football hero and icon himself, Phil Carman; he spoke candidly and told tales and adventures from his youth, career and life after to a packed house.

Many books were sold and signed – with Phil Carman having a lovely chat with everyone who approached him and proceeds from door sales going towards the MND Foundation (Motor Neurone Disease Foundation Australia)

If you haven’t nabbed your ripper copy of Fabulous Phil yet it is available at all good bookstores and can be ordered directly by contacting markzocchi@brolgapublishing.com.au

If you would like to donate to the register to purchase the 2018 Big Freeze Beanie and/or donate/support the MND foundation you can follow this link https://curemnd.org.au and score a point for a more research and better lives for Australians battling MND.

Fabulous Phil ISBN: 9781925367850

Author Talk: Bill Robertson @ Glenroy Library – 24th August 2017.

Don’t miss out on hearing Bill Robertson, ex-police and author of No Witness, No Case, discuss his latest book, Fox, at Glenroy Library tomorrow from 7pm onwards.

If you’re not aware of what the furore around Fox is about;
“Colin Fox, member of the Stolen Generation. He is principled, a protector, tent boxer and SASR warrior. As a boy he witnessed the murder of his sister Lucy and experienced extreme abuse. As a man he interrupted a serious assault upon his mentor, Caroline Connors and later became an integral member of her family. Highly respected by his SASR unit, he was sent to the UK for special training and there connected with members of his white father’s family for the first time. A passionate affair with a member of the English aristocracy resulted in his jailing for alleged rape. Whilst incarcerated, Caroline Connors and her daughter Judy are murdered. Fox swears revenge. As a consequence he meets a vicious Melbourne bikie gang involved in drugs, gun running and dog fighting, a gang which also harbours Caroline’s killer. Justice is effected in Fox’s own unique manner.”

Moreland Library Read More Program pamphlet front Moreland Library Read More Program pamphlet interior feat. Bill Robertson

Event details:
7pm onwards
Thursday, August 24th 2017
Glenroy Library

Register interest online:
moreland.vic.gov.au/read-more
Or phone:
8311 4100

If you would like to order a copy of Fox it is available in all good bookstores and can be ordered directly by emailing markzocchi@brolgapublishing.com.au
ISBN: 9781925367126

Common Sense Guide to Aged Care on ABC Sydney – 26 July 2017

Deborah Smith, fully trained paramedic and author of the very much sought-after, informative and useful book, A Common Sense Guide to Aged Care – Choosing the right type of care for you or your loved one (Brolga Publishing, 2017) took time out of her busy schedule to be interviewed by Wendy Harmer on ABC Sydney (segment – Mornings with Wendy Harmer)

Deborah Smith and Wendy Harmer discuss honestly and candidly about the importance of setting up aged care directives and how Deborah’s book A Common Sense Guide to Aged Care – Choosing the right type of care for you or your loved one is filled with important, up-to-date information for anyone who is thinking about their or their loved one’s aged care – and how to make sure that comfort, safety and security are prioritised.

Photo Credit: ABC Radio Sydney

If you didn’t have the chance to tune in for the live broadcast, an online stream can be found here:
Deborah Smith talks A Common Sense Guide to Aged Care on ABC Sydney Radio – July 26th, 2017.

 

If you would like a copy of A Common Sense Guide to Aged Care – Choosing the right type of care for you or your loved one it is available at all good bookstores and can be ordered directly by contacting markzocchi@brolgapublishing.com.au
ISBN: 9781925367690

Fabulous Phil in The Adelaide Advertiser – June 1, 2017.

Phil Carman, better known as Fabulous Phil, kicks back to discuss his biography with the Australian newspaper The Adelaide Advertiser and to talk about his career which has undeniably made him an icon of the AFL (and VFL/SANFL), a renowned player and person both on and off field. If you’re interested in snapping up a copy of Phil Carman’s biography Fabulous Phil written by Matt Watson (Brolga Publishing, 2017) which features never-before-known details about the life and career of Phil Carman, it is available in all good bookstores and can be ordered from PhilCarman.com.au also!
ISBN: 9781925367850

Article Credit: The Adelaide Advertiser
Main photo credit: Mark Brake

 

Fabulous Phil book signing @ North Fitzroy Arms Hotel, 23rd June 2017.

On June 23rd 2017 North Fitzroy Arms Hotel graciously hosted Phil Carman, known for his on-and-off field escapades and incredible skill in the sport so dear to his heart, for a book signing of the amazing new book written by Matt Watson about his life and career, Fabulous Phil (Brolga Publishing, 2017).

 

It was a packed house to come and hear Phil Carman speak and for the chance to have a legend in Australian Football sign readers’ copies of the highly-anticipated 2017 release which has been featured in The Herald Sun, The Footy Almanac and 3AW with Steve Price.
If you haven’t run out the door and nabbed this blinder, it’d be a clanger to miss it!
Fabulous Phil is available from all good bookstores and can be ordered directly from PhilCarman.com.au.
ISBN: 9781925367850.