In the early hours of 14 October 2022, the Maribyrnong River broke its banks, impacting about 500 properties and displacing hundreds of people.
Nearly three years on, many within the community are still displaced, repairing and rebuilding. This includes some of the young authors involved in telling this story.
The idea for this book came from the Maribyrnong community workshop. It was born from the desire to tell their collective stories and enable young people to contribute to the story in a way that empowers them.
This book was created by six young people. Over four workshops, they shared their experiences in a safe, supported environment, selected the characters, and made content decisions about what should go on each page. They also worked with the illustrator, Tam Bower, to ensure the imagery effectively tells the story.
This story is based on their lived experiences. It is a story by the young people of Maribyrnong, for the whole community. It is a story of pain and hardship, but it is also a story of great strength and the power of connection.
This book is yours and dedicated to each of you.
Please note: This publication is sold on a not-for-profit basis, with the price set to cover reprint costs.
In the early hours of 14 October 2022, the Maribyrnong River broke its banks, impacting about 500 properties and displacing hundreds of people.
Nearly three years on, many within the community are still displaced, repairing and rebuilding. This includes some of the young authors involved in telling this story.
The idea for this book came from the Maribyrnong community workshop. It was born from the desire to tell their collective stories and enable young people to contribute to the story in a way that empowers them.
This book was created by six young people. Over four workshops, they shared their experiences in a safe, supported environment, selected the characters, and made content decisions about what should go on each page. They also worked with the illustrator, Tam Bower, to ensure the imagery effectively tells the story.
This story is based on their lived experiences. It is a story by the young people of Maribyrnong, for the whole community. It is a story of pain and hardship, but it is also a story of great strength and the power of connection.
This book is yours and dedicated to each of you.
Please note: This publication is sold on a not-for-profit basis, with the price set to cover reprint costs.
