Women’s diaries and retrospective narratives are invaluable historical resources that offer intimate and overlooked perspectives on the past.
Pat Hawthorne’s story describes life in Middle Park during the Depression and WW2 as the eldest of five and sole supporter of her family from age 14.
Join Pat’s daughter Lesleyanne Hawthorne, Emeritus Professor at the University of Melbourne, to explore what her mother’s written recollections reveal about our shared local history.
We are celebrating this event as part of International Woman's Day 2026.
- Where: Emerald Hill Library, 195 Bank Street, South Melbourne Victoria 3205
- Cost: Free
- Bookings; online via Trybooking
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City of Port Phillip
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Telephone: 03 9209 6655
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