Helen Laidlaw is set to launch her highly anticipated book “On Wadi Wadi Country: From the mountains to the sea”.

The event is to be held on Saturday 17th August at 2pm in the Kiama Library Auditorium, hosted by local Kiama writer, author and Journalist Bruce Elder. 

The book explores the lives of several First Nation Families and early European Families who lived in this area. 

These two groups are deeply intertwined with Kiama and the surrounding areas. Some of the families are the Longbottoms, the Dixons, the Weston/Johnstons and the Pikes.

One of the most amazing stories is about King Mickey and Queen Rosie. Pictured on the cover is Queen Rosie in a photo from the November 1927 Sydney Morning Herald.

You are invited to join Mr Elder to share your thoughts on Laidlaw's work over an afternoon cup of tea or a glass of wine. 

Mark your calendars as there are more events to come. 

Nick Hartgerink - Saturday 14 September 2024 at 2pm in Library Auditorium, to enjoy a detailed history of Kiamas Aged Care Facility, Blue Haven 

Malcolm Bedford - Saturday 26 October at 2pm 2024 in Kiama Library Auditorium, as he looks forward to hearing your ideas for the future of Bombo Quarry