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The Sydney Writers’ Festival brings together thousands of diverse writers and thinkers worldwide each year to discuss pressing issues. Over 400 writers take part in 300 events to an audience of 80,000, of which a third are free, while regional libraries and community centers are also included through the Live & Local streaming program.

Where:

Sydney, NSW
AU

When:

May 20 to May 26, 2024

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