The Story Room September 2nd 2025

Theme for this month

"Acceptance"

Acceptance is not about giving up , its about finding peace and power about letting go of what we can't control and embracing it

About:The Story Room at Bucketty’s Brewery

The ancient art of storytelling comes to life as six storytellers from diverse walks of life take the stage to share true, deeply personal stories. Set in the warm and friendly atmosphere of Bucketty’s Brewing Co. Brookvale, this unique event invites you to relax with a beer, enjoy a meal, and connect with your community. Expect laughter, drama, and maybe even a few tears as you experience an evening of real stories that entertain, inspire, and bring people together here on the Northern Beaches.
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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 Furry Friends

While Bucketty’s is proudly dog-friendly, we kindly ask that you leave your furry friends at home for The Story Room nights. As this is a private event, the space can get quite full, and in respect to our storytellers and the intimate nature of the evening, we appreciate your understanding. Thanks so much for helping us create the best possible environment for everyone involved.

Meet the Storytellers (in no particular order)

Tatiana Trevisan

First Time Appearing At The Story Room

Tatiati Trevisan is a sustainability leader-and proud mum to Lux Trevis, an inspiring young musician. Brazilian by birth and heart, she found her place in the world in Manly, where the beach and local community reflect her love for nature, outdoor activities, and a joyful life. She is just as at home in a soulful spiritual practice as she is dancing wildly at a great party — always seeking the balance between inner stillness and vibrant aliveness.

With two decades of experience in sustainability across Brazil and Australia, Tati is driven by a deep belief: organisations can be powerful forces for good. Her PhD on leadership for societal impact reflects her mission to awaken more leaders to this purpose. From the UN Climate Conference in Paris to local community gatherings, she speaks from the heart — weaving personal stories that stir reflection on how we relate to ourselves, each other, and the world. As a lecturer and leader at UNSW, she inspires others to lead with authenticity, courage, and a fierce commitment to the common good.

Her journey - navigating two challenging divorces and migrating to Australia as a single mother at 37 - taught her the transformative power of surrender and acceptance. At The Story Room, she shares a personal reflection on letting go of control, rediscovering trust, and finding peace in life’s unfolding.

Brad Younger

First Time Appearing at The Story Room

Brad Younger is the founder of Sunburnt Space Co, a bold new venture based right here in Brookvale, aiming to launch fully Australian-built rockets into space. What started as a teenage fascination with model rockets has evolved into a mission to cross the Kármán line with our first prototype rocket, Meggs Jr, by the end of 2026.

 Brad's journey has been featured by the Northern Beaches Council, highlighting his transition from hobbyist to innovator in Australia's emerging space industry. His story is also captured in the documentary Sunburnt Space: The Journey of Brad Younger & Aussie-built Rockets into Space.

Cheryl Sing

First Time Appearing at The Story Room

Cheryl Sing is the Founder and Director of The Laptop Initiative; a charitable organization aimed at bridging the digital divide through access to technology. Cheryl’s early career included working with grass roots community groups providing much needed services at a local government level in the western suburbs of Sydney. Cheryl’s career led her to become a corporate communications specialist working with some of the largest companies in Australia encompassing media relations, event management, cultural change, internal communications and crisis management. More recently Cheryl completed a Diploma in Teaching English as a second language where she hopes to be able to help refugees and asylum seekers as a volunteer teacher. Cheryl's journey to creating The Laptop Initiative was inspired by poignant encounter that highlighted the stark realities of the digital gap a chance meeting with Yvhen, a recent Ukrainian refugee seeking to settle in a new country and learn a new language. Recognizing the transformative potential of technology to empower individuals she founded The Laptop Initiative. Through this organization, Cheryl strives to provide laptops to refugees and asylum seekers, those escaping domestic violence and disadvantaged youth.

Peter Tuchin

First Time Appearing at The Story Room

Associate Professor Peter Tuchin, BSc, GradDipChiro, DipOHS, PhD FACC

Dr Peter Tuchin was employed at Macquarie University for over 27 years and retired as an Associate Professor. Peter’s areas of interest and research include the relationship of posture with neck pain, headaches and migraine, chronic pain syndromes, and the relationship of vertebral artery dissection stroke with chiropractic.

Dr Tuchin was President of Chiropractic and Osteopathic College of Australia (COCA), and has been on the COCA Executive for over 20 years. In addition, Peter worked at WorkCover NSW as a Team Leader and was employed as a National OHS Manager.

Peter also has over 60 papers accepted for international scientific journals, and received several international research awards. Peter conducted one of the largest randomized controlled trial on chiropractic for migraine to date, and recently completed a systematic literature review on manual therapy for migraine.

Peter is a member of the Board of Directors and has been a member of the Gala Ball Committee for Lifeline H2H for 10 years. Peter is also a Telephone Crisis Supporter (TCS) answering calls on the 13 11 14 Lifeline crisis line, and also initiated the recent Lifeline H2H golf charity day at Pennant Hills golf course.

Peter’s wife Tessa worked at Lifeline for many years, but tragically took her own life in 2017. Peter is very committed to reducing the impact of suicide and improving mental health in Australia.

Martin Stark

Martin Stark, known as The Courage Champion, is a visionary entrepreneur, two-time LinkedIn Top Voice, and a globally recognised inspirational speaker. As a worldwide expert on courage, Martin's compelling narrative and groundbreaking achievements have captured the attention of prestigious media outlets worldwide, including CNN, CBS News, ABC, The Guardian, Out Magazine, and BBC World.

 As the Founder and CEO of the World Gay Boxing Championships, Martin leads and influences global change in boxing and combat sports. His pioneering efforts to disrupt homophobia in boxing led to the successful delivery of the world's first boxing competitions for the LGBTQ+ community and allies, hosted in Australia and the United States.

 Martin achieved a rare distinction as one of the few Australians to throw the ceremonial opening pitch at a Major League Baseball game, an event witnessed by over a million online spectators.  With 15 years of experience as an IT Procurement Leader, Martin brings a wealth of commercial acumen to his endeavours. This blend of corporate expertise and personal triumph enables him to offer unique insights into resilience, leadership, and transformative change.

 As a sought-after keynote speaker, Martin has delivered impactful presentations for industry leaders such as LinkedIn, TikTok, Transport New South Wales, Commonwealth Bank, and NRMA. His message resonates with diverse audiences, encouraging individuals, teams, and organisations to employ courage as a habit.

 He was diagnosed with Addison’s disease in 2006, shortly after having been placed in two induced comas and living through his worst fear - a tracheotomy. Having endured over 70 hospital admissions and four major surgeries, his near-death experiences have driven him to lead the positive changes he wants to see in the world.

Dr Jodi Edwards

Dr. Jodi Edwards is a proud Aboriginal woman with compassion and commitment to rehabilitating, recovering, and reconnecting Aboriginal women’s cultural practices in Sea Country for Sea-Kin. A cultural marine scientist, Jodi is reconnecting by taking people on a magical journey through story-sharing through the eyes of Mother Earth. Jodi shares stories from the oceans, mountains, and rivers with the ancient practices of singing, water slapping, and free diving for Sea-Kin.

Because Everyone has a story! What's Yours?

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