EVENTS

Where you can join me next.

Book launches, confirmed speaking appearances and a look back at recent events.

Natalie and colourful Dirk meeting beside a sunny rock pool at Buddleia Cove

COME AND CELEBRATE WITH ME

The Talking Fish
at Buddleia Cove

Free Online Book Launch

Come and meet Natalie and Dirk, and celebrate my first children’s book. A story of friendship, kindness and remembering someone special.

Wednesday 25 November 2026
8:00–8:45 pm Melbourne time (AEDT)
Online via Zoom

Register for the free launch

Parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles, godparents, teachers and librarians are all welcome. Your Zoom joining details will be emailed closer to the launch.

Regulating the Game Sydney 2027 speaker tile featuring Connie Paglianiti

Conference dates: 8–10 March 2027 · Sydney

Regulating the Game 2027

I am confirmed to speak at Regulating the Game 2027 at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth.

Red Flags in Plain Sight™: Recognising Gambling Harm Before It Becomes a Crisis

A presentation drawing on lived experience to explore the warning signs we miss and why recognising concerns earlier matters.

My session is 40 minutes including questions. The individual session date and time will be added when the programme is available.

Past appearances

AUGUST 2025

From the Shadows into the Light book launch

The in-person launch of my memoir, bringing readers together for a conversation about accountability, stigma and rebuilding.

AUGUST 2025 · BOOK LAUNCH HIGHLIGHTS

A night to remember.

Take a look inside the launch of From the Shadows into the Light, a special evening of honest conversations, connection and new beginnings.

Watch the three-minute highlights below.

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BRING YOUR NEXT EVENT TO LIFE

Planning your own event?

Looking for a speaker who brings real experience, honest conversations and a message your audience will remember? Let’s talk about what you have in mind.

Enquire about speaking