ABOUT THE EVENT:

On Tuesday 19th August at The Royal Oak, Balmain, join Michelle Huntington in conversation with Sally Patten.

Copies of Lady MacGyver will be available for purchase at the venue through Roaring Stories, with Huntington signing copies after the discussion.

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ABOUT THE VENUE

The Royal Oak, one of Balmain's oldest and most loved pubs has been hosting Roaring Stories author events since the inception of our events program.

Attendees are asked to arrive at 6.30pm for a 7pm start. The event bar on L1 is serving drinks from 6.30pm and also following the author talk. Seating is unallocated – another reason to arrive early to secure an optimal spot. Why not make a full evening of it, too, by ordering a meal at the Royal Oak before or after the event? To make a dinner reservation before or after the event, simply click on the restaurant reservation link here.

Royal Oak Balmain – Acrylic – Artist Jan Larsen

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ABOUT THE BOOK

From the cockpit of a Boeing 737 to the sun-kissed shores of Kiribati, Lady MacGyver is a remarkable memoir of grit, courage, and sky-high ambition. Michelle Huntington's dream of flight took root at the age of seven —and, against all odds, she became one of just 500 female airline captains worldwide. Over two decades, she’s flown solo across vast oceans, landed on rugged outback strips, and even survived a lightning strike mid-flight. Michelle’s journey through the aviation world is anything but conventional. She navigates a turbulent path, sidestepping naysayers and confronting systemic barriers. Through it all, she proves that with MacGyver-style ingenuity—and maybe a touch of insanity—no challenge is insurmountable. Told with sharp wit and unflinching candour, Lady MacGyver is packed with exhilarating adventures and powerful insights into resilience and resourcefulness. Today, Michelle channels her experiences beyond the cockpit, speaking globally on neuroplasticity and mindset transformation, helping others face adversity and embrace change with clarity and conviction. More than a memoir, Lady MacGyver is an inspiring tale of rising above limitations, and when the going gets tough, finding the strength to soar.

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ABOUT MICHELLE HUNTINGTON

Michelle Huntington is a artist, archaeologist, former airline captain, public speaker, and superhero mum. She’s flown solo across oceans, braved lightning storms, and now fires up audiences to embrace change with her signature MacGyver Mindset. Her debut book, Lady MacGyver, shares high-adrenaline tales from the cockpit — but adventure has always been in her blood. Whether she's digging into the past, splashing vibrant colours onto a canvas, or inspiring others to see challenges as opportunities, Michelle shows that the sky is never the limit — it's just the beginning. These days, she also shares her insights as the aviation advisor and expert commentator for ABC radio.

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ABOUT SALLY PATTEN

Sally Patten is the editor of BOSS, Australia’s premier leadership and management masthead, published each Friday in The Australian Financial Review newspaper and throughout the week online. She writes extensively on leadership, careers, the workplace and diversity. Sally also hosts the 15 Minutes with the BOSS podcast. Prior to this, Sally was the Financial Review’s personal finance editor, writing and commenting on superannuation, funds management, insurance, investment strategy and financial advice. Prior to joining the Financial Review, Sally lived in London and Hong Kong for 15 years. Latterly she worked at The (London) Times for six years, as a reporter and business news editor.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

Refunds

Please note that tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or postponed due to extenuating circumstances. Refunds are not issued within 48 hours notice of event date. Humanitix fee is nonrefundable.

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This event is presented by Roaring Stories Bookshop Balmain and Ginninderra Press.

With thanks to our venue partner The Royal Oak.

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