The Story Room 12th November 2024

And Just because we can and it's the final event for 2024- There's More!

Overview

The ancient art of storytelling comes to life on the stage when six storytellers from different walks of life share a true and deeply personal story.  

Theme for the evening

"What I've Learned Along The Way"

About the night

 Please Note:  Venue will be open from 5.15pm allowing time for you to order a meal and have a drink before the entertainment commences at 7pm sharp. 

About the Venue - Bucketty's Brewing Co, Brookvale

There is so much to learn about Bucketty's and its humble beginnings.  It's a family owned business with much blood, sweat and tears making it what it is today. 

I can't think of a better place for Story Room Aus to call home, after-all beer and stories are like peas in a pod, they just fit perfectly.  

https://www.buckettys.com.au/p... 

The Food

Check out the menu. You certainly won't starve to death while you listen to some great stories. We are however trying to learn how many people might buy meals, as Nick the owner will open the food truck especially for us. 

Check out the menu....https://www.buckettys.com.au/p...

How to get to Bucketty's

The B1 will drop you on Pittwater Road, not far from Warringah Mall.  It is a short walk down Orchard Road to number 26. 

If you drive there is loads of free parking in the surrounding streets of Brookvale. 

Meet the Storytellers (in no particular order)

Adam Axford

Career magician, prize winning slam poet, nominated best in spoken word and storytelling at Sydney Fringe, author of Riddle & Rhyme. Worked on a street market throughout youth, eventually repurposing trickster skills to create inspiring & mind-blowing moments.

Vicki Haines

Vicki Haines has recently ridden solo around the globe on her motorcycle, covering over 35,000 km across 30 countries and four continents, from Singapore through Southeast Asia, China, Central Asia, the Middle East, and into Europe. This daring journey is part of her mission to raise funds for the Yaccaba Centre in Port Stephens, a local community organization supporting people in need. However, this is not Vicki’s only adventure — her career in the TV broadcast industry spans over 30 years, taking her from Australia to the USA and Europe, working on iconic global events like the Commonwealth Games and the Olympics. With a background that started at the Nine Network, Vicki’s career has seen her excel in a wide range of technical and strategic roles, including Operations Manager for Fox Sports, News Editor for Channels 9 and 10, and Field Producer for Australian Idol. She managed major studio productions for events such as the US Open Tennis and Golf in Los Angeles, showcasing her passion for sports and her knack for keeping live events running smoothly. While riding through deserts, mountains, and bustling cities, Vicki’s journey has been filled with powerful moments — surviving a horrific accident in Laos, navigating through war zones between Russia and Iran, and finally arriving in the UK with a sense of achievement and purpose. Her story of resilience, courage, and transformation is a testament to her unstoppable spirit. Follow her journey as she raises funds for a cause close to her heart, reminding us that sometimes the road less travelled is where we find our true strength.

Tracy Hall 

Tracy Hall is an author, keynote speaker and senior marketing executive. Over the last 25 years, Tracy has worked at some of the largest global tech brands including Virgin Mobile, eBay, GoDaddy and Afterpay. She also consults for smaller companies, volunteers as a teen mentor for The Raise Foundation and is a Board Director for the Men’s Mental Health Charity - Mongrels Men.

In 2019, Tracy became known as Hamish McLaren’s famous ‘last victim’ thanks to her role in The Australian’s hit podcast, Who the Hell is Hamish? Today, Tracy is an advocate for financial wellness writing and speaking publicly about intimate fraud, scams, financial empowerment, victim mindsets, resilience, rebuilding and our need to rethink how we trust.

Mick Garnett

MIck Garnett is a values driven leader with 25 years experience across business, sport and the Arts. After 12 years in the Corporate world with brands such as Coca-Cola, Canon and Sara Lee, Mick moved into the Not-For-Profit space in 2011 and has since helped grow the impact of organisations in mental health, medical research, disability support and sport.

A former Head of Operations for TEDxSydney, and NSW Sports Administrator of the Year in 2021, Mick’s varied professional life blends with a passion for community contribution in a variety of Clubs around his local area of Manly. In addition, he is the lead singer of rock band The Rattlesnakes, and recenlty made his stand-up comedy debut on a challenge from his daughter.

A father, musician, speaker and sportsman, Mick believes we are asked to lead not in spite of our failures, but because of them.

All this from a bloke with a lifetime ban from Dubbo Zoo...

Bronnie Mac

Bronnie Mackintosh, Founder & Director of Girls on Fire, Inc is a dynamic leader dedicated to empowering young women and breaking social barriers. With a passion for gender equality and creating positive change, Bronnie champions girls and women in the fire and emergency management sector. She aspires to lead Girls on Fire as a global movement, providing mentorship and empowerment programs to girls from all backgrounds. Bronnie's visionary leadership and strategic partnerships amplify the impact of Girls on Fire's programs. She is also a dedicated Station Officer with Fire and Rescue, NSW with 22 years of service, an Australian Fire Service medal and well-regarded international research on improving gender equity in fire agencies. Bronnie’s Ted Talk in 2019 shone a spotlight on the community’s perception of firefighters and the diversity of their roles. Bronnie has also represented Australia in women's rugby and this year was inaugurated in the New South Wales Rugby Hall of Fame.

Mark Kelly 

Throughout his life Mark has been a community builder. A true believer of getting things done and questioning the status quo. Mark is a lover of having fun, exploring and seeking the best way to live this life we have all been given.

In 2018 Mark started Vote Tony Out as a ‘side project’ to help unseat Tony Abbott in the 2019 election. 

He runs ‘Global Surf Industries’ which he started in Manly in 2002, the company mantra is “life is better when you surf”. Over the past 22 Global Surf Industries has sold over a million surfboards around the world."

Because Everyone has a story! 

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