Burnie Historical Society's meeting and public talk

Burnie Historical Society at the Burnie Library, 1st floor. (Access through the door off Little Alexander Street.)

Topic : "Is the news all bad?"

Intro:

Thanks to the internet, we've never had more information at our fingertips, but how can we trust what we read, hear and watch?

Burnie local and former ABC foreign correspondent Chris Clark picks his way through the challenges of fact-finding in a world dominated by social media.

Where do you find trustworthy news sources and what damage is being done by those who proclaim 'alternative' facts and a 'post truth' world.

Chris spent 35 years in journalism, covering everything from farming to federal politics, and was the ABC correspondent at different times in Moscow, London and Jerusalem.

Where does he go for his news now, and what happened to the 'good old days?'

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FAQ

Will I need to print my ticket?

No, a physical ticket is not required if you have your ticket on your phone or have photo ID.

Where can I park?

There is metered parking outside the entrance of the library on Alexander Street. Varying Times -Easy Park App available

King Street carpark has early bird parking rates before 10am. Varying Times - Easy Park App available

Civic Centre Carpark - Varying Times - Easy Park App available

Are there disabled parking spots?

There are 2 signposted disabled spots directly in front of the library. You will need to display your permit to park here.

Is the library accessible for wheelchairs?

There is a wheelchair ramp at the front entrance to the Burnie Library and an elevator located inside the library at the back of the building.

Are there baby feeding and changing facilities?

There is a unisex public toilet adjacent to the children’s playroom with a baby change table. We also have a small room near the children’s area for feeding.

Are there toilets in the library?

There are public toilets on the ground floor of the library with both public and private cubicles.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Burnie Library, 30 Alexander street, Burnie, Australia

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