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SUMMERILL, Roger

Jun 7, 2026 | *Featured books, Australian, Biography, Memoir, New South Wales

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ISBN 978-1-923088-55-9
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My Life in Radio

From microphone to management, a fascinating first-hand insight into the Australian radio industry.

In a long and successful career, Roger Summerill worked with many of the biggest names in Australian radio—as an announcer and later in station management. In this frank and revealing memoir Roger chronicles his life and career. He reflects on the many big personalities he encountered along the way—from radio stars like John Laws, Malcolm T Elliott and Richard Glover to the biggest show business names of the last half century—from Australians like Normie Rowe and John Farnham (and a pre-fame encounter with The Easybeats’ Stevie Wright) to international superstars like Roy Orbison and Elton John.

Roger also discusses the importance of family and community, and the role that faith has played in his life.

HARKNESS, Anthony

Apr 30, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, History, Memoir, Sydney

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Just A South Sydney Lad

 

The Everyday Adventures Of A Maroubra Boy In 1950s and ’60s Australia

Against the backdrop of the sixties, when British music invaded Sydney streets and TV colonised loungerooms, a Maroubra boy took his Dad’s advice and ‘got on with it’…

Jump aboard the everyday adventures of a Maroubra boy in 1950s and ‘60s Australia where Sunday Mass, getting on the punt and sitting on the hill for the match of the day at the SCG was a holy trifecta.

And amidst a time when floggings by teachers, schools suspiciously burning down, headless chooks running about backyards and boxing gloves were part of a Maroubra childhood … this lad had plenty to get on with.

As he revisits the memories of his youth, Anthony will tell you exactly why he was glad to be a South Sydney lad!

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About the Author

Anthony Harkness was born in the same year Princess Elizabeth became Queen (1952) and grew up in the Sydney suburb of Maroubra – a child of the fifties and a teenager through the sixties. His school days moved from slate to sharpened pencils, from knibs and inkwells to fountain pens and finally the ubiquitous Bic biro – the last implement being regarded as the work of the devil by his teachers.

Anthony has been at various times a teacher, a senior school assistant principal, a rugby league coach, and a singer in two rock ‘n’ roll bands. He has degrees in Education, Economics and Theology which makes him well suited to explore the sweet mysteries of life on spreadsheets and/or metaphysical essays.

He has published in academic journals and written for community radio on the Sunshine Coast. He reached the national finals of ‘The Spoken Word’ poetry competition in 2021 with his original poem ‘Wine Wisdom’.

An anthology of poems is presently underway. ‘Just a South Sydney Lad’ is his first novel.

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tony.harkness.56
Instagram: @tony_harkness_writer

TURPIE, Brian

Jan 30, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, History, New South Wales, Nostalgia, Sydney

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The Hume

 

An historical and nostalgic look at 50 years of interstate road transport on the Hume Highway

Join the Author on this nostalgic trip down Memory Lane. Read about the Pioneers of road transport on the Hume. The Transport Companies and their Legendary Drivers. The Old Time Roadhouses, the Larrikans and the Villains. Come along for a trip down the real Hume Highway with me. Read the true story of the Razorback and Yass Blockades. Share the humorous tales of old school rules and more

MAGUAR, DS

Jan 30, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Autobiography, Biography, New South Wales, Self-help \ Personal Development

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ISBN 978-1-923386-32-7
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Danny Boy

 

The most important relationship you will ever have is with yourself

One man, one boy, one destiny. Danny Boy is a raw and disarmingly honest look at the lifelong impacts of unresolved childhood trauma.

Danny boy is a self-help guide and celebration of how to unpack and release trauma to positively change a long held
negative into a joyous, liberating, reclamation of personal freedom.

How can a 12-year-old boy be so wise?

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About the Author

 

Dan lives on the far south coast of NSW near the seaside town of Merimbula. He has a strong affinity and connection with the sea and the bush which makes it the perfect place for him to recharge, dream and create. Dan is naturally curious and always seeking to learn and grow. He defines his purpose as, “sharing what I have learnt and learning what I haven’t” which is why he is such a sort after and successful personal development coach and mentor. He is passionate about supporting others to make positive changes in their lives. Dan is also passionate about giving and will be donating 20% of all sales from this book and any associated new work to his two favorite charities, The Orangutan Project (TOP) www.orangutan.org.au and the Maguar Foundation (NFP) coming in 2025. Dan chooses not to have a social media profile. If you are interested in working with Dan, would like to engage him as a keynote speaker, or would like to provide him any feedback, please contact him at [email protected] or check out his website at www.spidan.com.au

To order additional copies of this book please go to www.spidan.com.au

BURTON, Michael

Dec 20, 2024 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Animals \ Pets Fiction, Australian, Children's Books, Earth \ Nature, New South Wales

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ISBN 978-1-923265-33-2
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Eagle and Frog

 

Healing Our Habitat

EAGLE AND FROG ARE THE COOLEST ADVENTURERS EVER!

They’re on a mission to help Heal our Habitat!

Scrubby Bush Billabong is the headquarters where bush buddies from all over the place meet up. The healing water of the Tea Tree pond at Scrubby Bush is a playground for everyone, where there is no conflict, only harmony and friendship.

Until all of a sudden the good times roll into disaster when some pesky Cane Toads move in and start eating up all of the food!

Eagle and Frog believe it’s time to get real and learn some historical facts about the effect on the environment caused by introduced animals and plants.

The courageous adventurers travel throughout Australia, all around the world, into outer space, far into the future and beyond.

It’s a risky journey. It’s dangerous, it’s a whole lot of fun and most important it is a very hopeful way for us all to help heal our Habitat.

WITHERS, Victoria

Dec 18, 2024 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Fantasy Fiction, Fiction \ Novel, New South Wales

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Throne Of Ashes

 

In The Shadows Of Alnor

In a kingdom teetering on the edge of war, Sanoma’s path to the throne is set until the cursed king of legend returns. Ashford, a
ruler thought lost to time, re-emerges from the shadows, shattering her world with a dark secret.

As sinister forces stir and old betrayals resurface, Sanoma finds herself torn between duty and desire, while Ashford battles the demons of his past—and the powerful enemies determined to see him fall.

Bound by a fate neither can escape, they must face an ancient curse and dangerous magic. In the end, who will stand as savior, and who will fall as sacrifice?

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VICTORIA WITHERS is a dedicated life sciences and marine biology student, whose passion for the natural world fuels her imaginative storytelling. When she’s not exploring the intricacies of ecosystems, Victoria dives into the realms of fiction, crafting compelling stories that blend her scientific curiosity with her love for fantasy. A voracious reader, prolific writer, and lover of both art and music, she finds inspiration in late night writing sessions, her deep appreciation for the arts, and the beauty of the ocean. Victoria adores spending time by the ocean, where the rhythm of the waves mirrors the cadence of her creativity. She is also a proud pet parent to a charming rabbit, who often keeps her company during her writing adventures. Victoria’s debut novel, Throne of Ashes, marks the beginning of an exciting literary journey alongside her pursuit of scientific discovery.