NOOSA alive! presents - Lisa Wilkinson and Peter FitzSimons

Next date: Monday, 11 May 2026 | 05:00 PM to 07:30 PM

NOOSA alive! proudly present – Media power couple Lisa Wilkinson and her husband, Peter FitzSimons, for this ‘Double Bill’ – Queensland Exclusive Literary event.

THE COURAGEOUS LIFE of WEARY DUNLOP – Peter FitzSimons 

The extraordinary story of the heroic doctor whose courage and leadership were a lifeline for thousands of Australian prisoners-of-war on the infamous Thai-Burma Railway of World War II – brilliantly told by Australia’s favourite storyteller, Peter FitzSimons AM

Peter FitzSimons AM is Australia’s bestselling non-fiction writer, and for the past 39 years has also been a journalist and columnist with the SYDNEY MORNING HERALD and the SUN-HERALD.

THE TITANIC STORY OF EVELYN – Lisa Wilkinson 

An epic tale, this is the never-before-told true story of Evelyn Marsden, a brave Australian nurse who was the only Australian-born survivor of the sinking of the Titanic.

It is an unforgettable story of the best and worst of humanity.

Lisa Wilkinson AM is one of Australia’s most well-known, admired and respected media identities.

 

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NOOSA alive! has something for everyone! Our exciting program is designed to be an immersive cultural experience, combining high arts, big ideas, and lively entertainment with food and lifestyle, all set in one of Australia’s most stunning destinations, Noosa. Come join us in beautiful Noosa in July! NOOSA alive festival 17 - 26 July 2026

The J Theatre, 60 Noosa Dr, Noosa Heads, Queensland 4567, Noosa Heads, 4567, View Map

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