Frank Sargeson Memorial Lecture and Sargeson Prize with Tusiata Avia

When
Sat 3 Oct
Where
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Gallagher Academy - Concert Chamber, Hamilton, Waikato
Entry
Free
Time
Sat 3 Oct, 5:45pm - 7:15pm
Restrictions
All Ages
Celebrate storytelling, poetry and the Sargeson Prize as acclaimed poet Tusiata Avia headlines this special event.

Mark your calendars for the evening of Saturday 3 October, when the University of Waikato will host the ...
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