Crossroads: my stories of Balibo
‘Crossroads’ marks 50 years since the murder of Anne E Stewart’s brother, journalist Tony, in Balibo, East Timor, on 16 October 1975.
To honour him, as well as her parents and siblings who carried a lifelong loss, Anne has written a collection of poetry and prose that details moments and emotions in the long years of grief.
As the family’s archivist and a professional storyteller, Anne weaves other stories throughout to explain how this important moment in Australian history affected her family.
Much has been written and said about the death of the Balibo 5 but ‘Crossroads’ invites us on an inside private journey with Anne and her family.
Anne also brings a lightness to the story with her family’s long and comforting involvement with the people of East Timor since 1975.
‘Crossroads’ brings modern Australian history to life.
Get the Book & Ticket Combo
Secure your spot and take home a piece of the story! Purchase the Book & Ticket Combo to receive a copy of Anne E. Stewart’s book Crossroads: My Stories of Balibo (RRP $25). Simply select the ‘Book and Ticket’ ticketing option for $40 when purchasing your tickets, and then collect your book at the event.
This project is supported by the Regional Arts Development Fund, a partnership between the Queensland Government and City of Moreton Bay to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.
Crossroads: my stories of Balibo
Petrie School of Arts 1014 Anzac Avenue, Petrie, Queensland, AustraliaFifty years after the murder of her brother in East Timor, storyteller Anne E Stewart reveals her family’s long private journey with story, poetry and images.
Crossroads: my stories of Balibo
Petrie School of Arts 1014 Anzac Avenue, Petrie, Queensland, AustraliaFifty years after the murder of her brother in East Timor, storyteller Anne E Stewart reveals her family’s long private journey with story, poetry and images.
