News Briefs

Broadcast

Norman McVicker was interviewed by Janice McGilchrist at 10.05 am on ABC Mid Western Radio on the morning of the launch of his book ‘Tales from along the Wallaby Track. The interview had been arranged by Maryanne Jacques from Arts Outwest. Judging from the feed-back his stories and the interview were well received by listeners.

Book Launch

Lisa Gervais, Editor and Chief of Staff of the Mudgee Guardian launched ‘Tales from Along the Wallaby Track’ at Fairview ArtSpace on Friday March 27, 2009. Guests started arriving about 6.00 pm for a 6.30 start. About 85 attended the launch and many old friends were in attendance some travelling long distances to be there. Lisa spoke about Norman’s long association with the Mudgee Guardian and Norman made a suitable response.

Guests enjoyed the canapés by Helen Harwood and the wine by Two Furlongs Winery and Small Winemakers Centre.

Publicity

On Monday March 23, 2009 prior to the launch the Mudgee Guardian ran a story and a photograph of Norman holding the book. The photo was taken by journalist Connie Stevens outside the Mudgee Guardian building.

On Monday March 30th there was a follow-up story and photos with more photos in the Wednesday
April 1st issue of the Weekly.

Lots of photos were taken at the launch and some of these are now on this site. Paul Barton also made a video of the launch proceedings and a DVD copy was given to Norman on the following day as memento of the occasion.

In the ten days prior to the book launch the Mudgee Guardian ran a competition that was also advertised on this web site. Two copies of the book were offered as prizes for answering three questions. Lots of entries were received and the winners were Peter Holmes and Alma Waters.

Purchasing online

Our web site provides a facility for on line purchase of the book. It was heartening to note the first purchase was made on Friday 3rd April by Ann Hookway of Leadville near Dunedoo. Anne, a senior citizen, told us it was the first time she had used the internet to make an on-line purchase in the 18 months she has had her computer. Congratulations Ann!

Photos at the launch