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Going beyond the BBQ

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The Men & Family Centre will soon be running a free Beyond the BBQ event in Lismore.

Designed for caring and connected dads, the event is happening at the Lismore Regional Gallery and Quad on the afternoon of Saturday, 19 September, kicking off with a BBQ at 1pm and then ‘Conversations Worth Having’ from 1.30-3pm.

Speakers will include Kaiden Powell and Drew Hanger, known for his influential work with the Man Box.

Issue will include showing up for our kids, parenting and what next for the future, with a panel discussion to be hosted by Mick O’Regan.

You can register for this free event here.

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