Author Talk: Living with Australian Brush-turkeys with Dr. Ann Göth

Are they remarkable birds admired for their bravery and uniqueness, or an evil invasion wreaking havoc in gardens and destroying our backyards?

Not many Australian birds are as controversial as brush-turkeys. Sick and tired garden owners who find them no good, obnoxious, or a catastrophe stand against those who view them as uplifting and full of jaw-dropping surprises.

Join brush-turkey expert Dr. Ann Göth to learn all about the human-wildlife conflict, how to co-exist with and encourage or deter these feathered friends while celebrating the uniqueness of an iconic Australian bird.

At the conclusion of the workshop, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase a copy of Ann’s new book Amazing Annoying Birds: Living with Australian Brush-turkeys.

This workshop is presented in collaboration with the Georges River Council Environment Team.

About Dr. Ann Göth

Dr. Ann Göth is an ecologist, science teacher, public speaker and passionate writer. She is the author of two books on Australian brush-turkeys, one for adults (Amazing Annoying Birds) and one for kids (Bush-turkey Needs a Friend). Ann’s writing reflects a strong passion to bring natural history and conservation issues closer to non-scientists and scientists alike. She also uses slide shows all over the city to convince Sydneysiders that Australian brush-turkeys are fascinating and worth watching, even if they dig up people’s gardens in the process of building their mounds.

Time: 6-7pm, with author book sales from 7-7:30

Cost: Free

Age: Adults 16+

Accessibility Information:

Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email [email protected] or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration.

Terms and conditions:

● For participants under the age of 16, parents and/or guardians of children must remain in the library for the duration of the program.

● If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue.

● If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces, repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations may result in bookings being refused in the future.

● The library does not endorse or promote any products which may be used in the workshop.

Georges River Libraries strive to create lifelong learning by informing, inspiring and engaging the community through a range of programs, activities and events to support literacies and foster community connection, for all ages including children and adults. The libraries host workshops and events throughout the year to ignite curiosity through different topics. Are you looking to expand your knowledge of digital technologies or learn a new hobby or creative skill? Join one of our expert-led workshops and seminars on DIY skills, craft, photography, music, sound recording, digital video, graphic design, and new technologies like virtual reality, artificial intelligence and more. You can develop new skills and inspire your world at your library. Library programs for adults run from February to November during the school term. Further details can be found on the library’s Programs and Events webpage. For further information, please contact the Library Programs Team on (02) 9330 6111 or email [email protected].

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