Do you agree that Australian history unites us? Catch The Great Debate 2025 as they argue this topic on Tuesday 9 September. Image: National Library of Australia.
Join the National Library for an evening of compelling debate as six of Australia’s premier academics tackle the complex question of whether Australia’s history unites us.
Don’t miss this thought-provoking event, packed with engaging discussions and opportunities for audience participation. Proudly presented by the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia and the National Library of Australia, the Great Debate promises an evening that will challenge your perspectives and ignite your curiosity.
Tickets cost $20 per general admission, $10 per concession and there is a discount for Friends members. For bookings and information, please visit the National Library.
Join the Library from 4 pm for the Seriously Social Great Student Debate, as students from Western Australia and Central Queensland battle it out for an East vs West showdown. Hear fresh perspectives from the bright minds of tomorrow, then join us for refreshments from 5 pm before the main debate kicks off at 6 pm.
Team Affirmative
- Georgina Downer GAICD, CEO of the Robert Menzies Institute
- Professor Jakelin Troy FASSA, Director, Indigenous Research at University of Sydney, and
- Professor Frank Bongiorno AM FASSA, Professor of History at The Australian National University.
Team Negative
- Professor Michelle Arrow FASSA, president of the Australian Historical Association
- Vonda Malone, former CEO of the Torres Strait Regional Authority, and first female Mayor of the Torres Shire Council, and
- Professor Dan Woodman FASSA, TR Ashworth Professor in Sociology at the University of Melbourne.
The Great Student Debate is proudly sponsored by University of Canberra.
The Details
What: The Great Debate 2025: That Australian history unites us
When: Tuesday 9 September from 4 pm to 7 pm
Where: National Library of Australia
Cost: $20 general | $10 concession | Discount for Friends members. Buy tickets.
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