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Join us for the announcement of the 2026 Ned Kelly Awards

Thu 24 Sep, 6.00pm
Readings Hawthorn

Held in partnership with Sisters in Crime

Please join us for the announcement of the 2026 Ned Kelly Awards for Australian crime writing. Enjoy a panel discussion about crime writing and then raise a glass to celebrate the winners.

The Ned Kelly Awards are Australia’s oldest and most prestigious recognition honouring published crime fiction and true crime writing. The categories are Best Crime Fiction, Best Debut Crime Fiction, Best True Crime and Best International Crime Fiction.

Free, but bookings are essential.

Location
Readings Hawthorn
Wurundjeri Country, 687 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn
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