Imagine a fairer, more sustainable Australia – and learn how to make it real.
Creative director, activist and filmmaker Jack Toohey shares bold ideas and practical strategies for shaping a better future, in conversation with ABC Radio National’s Natasha Mitchell. Inspired by his book Better Things Are Possible, he examines the social, economic and environmental systems shaping Australia today, highlighting the ideas and approaches already gaining momentum.
Through clear storytelling and sharp insight, Toohey unpacks how policy, culture and collective action can shift the status quo. This conversation encourages audiences to move beyond resignation and consider tangible steps to a more equitable and sustainable nation.
Tickets
Adult $25
Member $20
Concession / Youth $22
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Dates & Times
Saturday 30 May
Location
Bundanon Art Museum
Boyd Education Centre
170 Riversdale Road
Illaroo NSW 2540
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Jack Toohey is an Australian creative director and activist known for his ability to distil complex issues into clear, compelling content. He rose to prominence in 2023 with a viral video examining the difference between housing affordability in 1983 compared with 2023, which amassed over 20 million views. A former music photographer and creative agency founder, Jack has redirected his communication skills towards storytelling that exposes harmful systems and advocates for social and climate justice.
Natasha Mitchell is a multi-award-winning journalist, radio presenter, and podcaster. She presents ABC Radio National’s flagship live events program, BIG IDEAS, was founding host and producer of the blockbuster radio show and one of Australia’s first podcasts All in the Mind for a decade. She presented the daily social affairs program Life Matters, and was founding host and creator of Science Friction, awarded Best Science and Medicine podcast at the Australian Podcast Awards. Natasha served as vice president of the World Federation of Science Journalists, was awarded a prestigious MIT Knight Journalism Fellowship, and overall Grand Prize and four Gold World Medals at the New York Radio Festivals. She’s hosted numerous public forums, including four dialogues with the Dalai Lama. Natasha got her start in radio hosting punk music shows as an engineering student, and you’ll still find her in the mosh pit.
Make Good Festival is proudly supported by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW.
