Fitzroy Pints & Politics: Q&A with Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a ‘Pint & Politics’ Q&A session at the The Rainbow, Fitzroy. Tuesday the 16th of October. This is your chance to ask Fiona about any local or state issues that matter to you. This is a FREE event to attend and will be very informal. It will be an informal…
Clifton Hill Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at Clifton Cafe, 310 Queens Parade, Fitzroy North at 9:30am on Friday the 16th of October. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make…
Preston Pint & Politics: Q&A with Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a ‘Pint & Politics’ Q&A session in Preston on Tuesday October 30. This is your chance to ask Fiona about any local or state issues that matter to you. This is a FREE event at the Stolberg Beer Cafe. The Q&A will start at 7pm with an introduction from Fiona…
Epping Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Got a question or query you want to raise with you MP? Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at Sprout Hub Aurora, Corner Craigieburn Road East and Edgar Rd, Epping from 9:30am. Wednesday the 31st of October. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask…
Thornbury Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at Northern Soul Cafe, Thornbury. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this event we will be hosting many more throughout the Northern…
Coburg North Q&A Coffee Morning with Fiona Patten
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at the Green Pepper Cafe in Coburg. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this event we will be hosting many more throughout the…
Fiona Patten in Conversation with Catherine Deveny: Sex, Drugs and the Electoral Roll
Monday 3rd of September: Join us at the Hare Hole for an intimate conversation with Fiona Patten, in a celebration of her new memoir, Sex, Drugs and the Electoral Roll: My unlikely journey from sex worker to Member of Parliament. The incredible story of Fiona Patten, in her own inimitable words. Tireless fighter, courageous activist and effective politician…
Fiona Patten on Sex, Drugs and the Electoral Roll
Readings is delighted to have Fiona Patten joining us to discuss her book, Sex, Drugs and the Electoral Roll: My Unlikely Journey from Sex Worker to Member of Parliament. Sex worker, fashion designer, anti-censorship activist, fierce campaigner, political lobbyist, and Member of Parliament – Fiona Patten’s life has been nothing if not eventful! Free, but…
Collingwood Pints & Politics: Q&A with Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a ‘Pint & Politics’ Q&A session at the Grace Darling Hotel, Collingwood. This is your chance to ask Fiona about any local or state issues that matter to you. This is a FREE event to attend and Fiona will remain for a Meet and Greet session afterwards. The Q&A will…
THOMASTOWN: Pint and Politics @ Excelsior Hotel
Join Fiona Patten MP for a ‘Pint & Politics’ Q&A session at the Excelsior Hotel, Thomastown. This is your chance to ask Fiona about any local or state issues that matter to you. This is a FREE event to attend and Fiona will remain for a Meet and Greet session afterwards. The Q&A will start…
Facebook Live: Q&A with Fiona Patten MP & Dr Alex Wodak AM
Fiona and Alex will be discussing Drug Law Reform in Victoria. This will include conversation on the new North Richmond Medically Supervised Safe Injecting Centre. You can submit questions during the Q&A or before hand by commenting on Fiona’s Facebook event page. Dr Alex Wodak AM is a physician and the director of the Alcohol…
COBURG: Pint and Politics @ The Woodlands Hotel
Join Fiona Patten MP for a ‘Pint & Politics’ Q&A session at the Woodlands Hotel. This is your chance to ask Fiona about any local or state issues that matter to you. This is a FREE event and the Woodlands Hotel is offering a $15 Curry Special all night. Anybody is free to attend but…
HADFIELD Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at the West Street Cafe N Bakery in Hadfield. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this event there are loads of others to choose from,…
ABBOTSFORD: Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at the Convent Bakery within Abbotsford Convent, 1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford, Friday 13th July at 9.30am. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this…
MELBOURNE: Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Meet Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at the Little Mule Cafe in Melbourne CBD. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this event there are loads of others to choose…
Facebook Live: Q&A with Fiona Patten MP and Dr Rodney Syme
Fiona and Dr Syme will be discussing Voluntary Assisted Dying in Victoria. This will include conversation on their journey to achieving this legislation and what the legislation means. You can submit questions live during the Q&A or commenting on this event. Dr Rodney Syme is the Vice President of Dying With Dignity Victoria. Rodney joined…
Melbourne Pints & Politics: Q&A with Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a ‘Pint & Politics’ Q&A session at the Craft Squire in Melbourne CBD. This is your chance to ask Fiona about any local or state issues that matter to you. This is a FREE event to attend and Fiona will remain for a Meet and Greet session afterwards. The Q&A…
Collingwood Pints & Politics: Q&A with Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a ‘Pint & Politics’ Q&A session at the Grace Darling on Smith Street, Collingwood. This is your chance to ask Fiona about any local or state issues that matter to you. This is a FREE event to attend and Fiona will remain for a Meet and Greet session afterwards. The…
COBURG NORTH: Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at the Green Pepper Cafe in Coburg. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this event there are loads of others to choose from, just head…
SOUTH MORANG: Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at the Armaniis in South Morang. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this event there are loads of others to choose from, just head back…
CLIFTON HILL: Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at the Cliftons Cafe in Fitzroy North. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this event there are loads of others to choose from, just head…
THORNBURY: Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at the Northern Soul Cafe in Thornbury. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this event there are loads of others to choose from,…
PRESTON: Pint and Politics @ The Stolberg Beer Cafe
Join Fiona Patten MP for a ‘Pint & Politics’ Q&A session at the Stolberg Beer Cafe. This is your chance to ask Fiona about any local or state issues that matter to you. This is a FREE event at the Stolberg Beer Cafe. The Q&A will start at 7pm with an introduction from Fiona before…
Pascoe Vale Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at the George Jones Eatery in Pascoe Vale. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this event there are loads of others to choose from, just…
Phil, Fiona and Fashion
Come and celebrate Victorian NAIDOC week! Fiona Patten MP and Uncle Phil Cooper are hosting a FREE exhibition of indigenous art to celebrate Victorian NAIDOC week. The exhibition will display the work of local indigenous young artists and all pieces will be available for purchase. Fiona and Phil will be opening the event with speeches…
An Evening with Fiona Patten MP
Monday 25th June: Please join Fiona Patten at this free event at the Thornbury Picture House, for your chance to discuss local and national issues that are important to you. Fiona has been instrumental in the advancement of progressive politics in Victoria. She has moved the state Labor Government to act on safe access to abortion, voluntary assisted…
Support, Don’t Punish Forum
Portugal Decriminalised Drugs in 2001 – Should Australia do the same? Join us at the Melbourne Town Hall as we celebrate ‘Support. Don’t Punish’ day – a global initiative calling for drug policies that prioritise public health and the human rights. Our police and politicians say we cannot “arrest our way” out of Australia’s drug problem. Then why not get real…
Glenroy Festival
Fiona will be in attendance from 11am onwards. The Fiona Patten MLC stand will be there on the day. An afternoon of music, dance and activities that celebrate the vibrant community of Glenroy. The Glenroy Festival is an annual event that celebrates the diverse community of Glenroy. 11am – 3pm
Conversation with Fiona Patten
Join The Henley Club for their monthly conversation about the sex, drugs and reason with the founder of the REASON party, Fiona Patten and Henley Club Member, David Swan. For more information please see: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/conversation-with-fiona-patten-tickets-43335906864
Community Forum – Voluntary Assisted Dying, Understanding End of Life Choices
The Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill was passed in November last year Rotary Club Hampton presents a talk by Fiona Patten who initiated the Dying with Dignity enquiry and instigated the VAD legislation. Fiona travelled to many countries to gather information and is an expert on the subject. She will explain how it effects you and…
Sydney Road Street Party
Fiona will be in attendance from midday onwards. The Fiona Patten MLC stand will be somewhere(!) Location TBC. Brunswick Music Festival begins with a bang on Sunday 4 March when Sydney Road transforms into a heaving extravaganza of sounds, smells and sights. Get down to Melbourne’s biggest street party for the annual celebration of the best…
Darebin Community & Kite Festival
A Fiona Patten MLC Stall will be present – further details to come about the stall location. The Darebin Community & Kite Festival is an outdoor cultural and community celebration and perennial favourite. The 2018 Festival will be held in the picturesque Edwardes Lake Park in Reservoir on Sunday 25 March 2018 from 11am – 4pm….
Midsumma Festival – Pride March
Fiona will be marching with her REASON party from 2pm. Celebrate You! Presented by Midsumma Festival Gather your friends and allies together as we take to St Kilda’s Fitzroy Street, to rejoice in our diversity and achievements, at Victoria’s annual queer march. Mobilise against marginalisation with Midsumma Festival, in this march of celebration and solidarity,…
Midsumma Carnival 2018
Fiona will be in attendance from midday onwards. The Fiona Patten MLC stand is numbered B12 D Don’t miss Melbourne’s most famous family-friendly community day that kicks off summer’s beloved three-week Midsumma Festival season. Midsumma Carnival will serve-up a tasting plate of performances and personalities from the festival program – in one giant showcase – with…
Better Together Conference 2018
Fiona will be in attendance during the lunch time and afternoon breaks on both days. The Fiona Patten MLC stand will be in the Expo space for conference attendees. Better Together 2018 is a two-day national conference to be held at the Melbourne Town Hall in Victoria, Australia from 12 to 13 January 2018. The…
Pascoe Vale Q&A Coffee Morning With Fiona Patten MP
Join Fiona Patten MP for a Q&A Coffee Morning at George Jones Eatery, Pascoe Vale. This is a time for local residents to meet Fiona Patten MP and ask any questions on local or state issues that matter to you. If you can’t make this event we will be hosting many more throughout the Northern…
HEMP Health & Innovation Expo
Fiona Patten will have a Fiona Patten MLC stand on both days. Held over 2 days, Saturday 2nd December – Sunday 3rd December, this event will have something for everyone. Come and look, feel, taste, and experience the excitement of a large number of exhibitors, showcasing everything from Hemp fibres, clothing, bedding, beauty and health products,…
Walk Together for Freedom 2017, Melbourne
FREEDOM FOR REFUGEES, MIGRANTS & ALL Walk Together is Welcome to Australia’s annual national celebration of Australia’s diversity, designed as a tangible expression of the welcoming, fair and compassionate society we are committed to building. Faced with unjust policies towards people seeking asylum, it is more important than ever for us to amplify the values of compassion and welcome….
Tackling Richmond’s Drug Crisis
Deaths. Streets under siege. A government that won’t act. How do we end the needle nightmare? Join me this International Overdose Awareness Day for a forum with personal and professional perspectives addressing Richmond’s drug crisis. Hosted by drug law reform advocate and comedian Greg Fleet, the panel includes Fiona Patten MP who is leading the…
Mental Health Wellbeing Walk October
The Mental Health Foundation of Australia is organising a Mental Health Wellbeing Walk as part of Mental Health Week 2017. The 4km walk will be taking place on Sunday the 8th of October 2017 from 8.00am – 9.30am, Federation Square to the banks of the Yarra River where some refreshments and entertainment will be provided….
Community Cup – Radio meets AFL
A questionably skilled Aussie-rules match between Melbourne’s music community (The Rockdogs) and community radio stations PBS and Triple R FM (The Megahertz), with a line-up bigger than anything we have seen before at Reclink Community Cup! Kicking off on Sunday 25 June 2017, the Melbourne leg will settle into its new home at Collingwood’s heart of football, Victoria Park,…
Host a night in, to get the word out!
White Ribbon Australia fundraiser! Get together with your friends, family or colleagues on 28 July and stand up against men’s violence against women. White Ribbon Night is a fun way to stand up, speak out and act to prevent the cycle of violence. Hosting a White Ribbon Night is easy. Check out the new website for ideas to make…
And then I found me: Noel Tovey in conversation with Fiona Patten
To celebrate the recent release of his memoir And then I found me we are excited to welcome to the Hare Hole Noel Tovey in conversation with Fiona Patten *half of all ticket sales will be donated to the Noel Tovey Scholarship Fund And then I found me is the triumphant story of Noel Tovey’s stellar career in…
Northern Health Fundraiser – Run/Walk N Chalk!
Northern Health’s Run Walk ‘n Chalk event on 21st May 2017, was a great success with fine weather and many family and friends taking part. It was wonderful to see how a little coloured chalk could liven everybody’s mood and turn adults into children again! ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ This year the event is less focused on the…
The Brainy Bunch: Health, Harm & Highs
Book tickets now to join us for a forum style event with Fiona Patten MLC, Comedian Greg Fleet, Human Rights Lawyer and Barrister Greg Barns and Executive Officer for Yarra Drug and Health Forum Greg Denham to discuss how to win the war on drugs in Victoria. Panellists will reflect on their lines of work…
Sydney Road Street Party – March 5th 2017
Straight off the plane from Mardi Gras, I headed to our Fiona Patten MLC stall set up by my electorate office. A beautiful, sunny Melbourne day saw many people attend for the food, music and market stalls. Our promotional fans were also a hit as a result of the warm weather! We got some great…
Come Together Festival, Saturday 25th March 2017. Edendale Farm, Eltham
Cultural Diversity Week 2017 Come Together World Music & Arts Festival in Eltham is very proud to be officially apart of Cultural Diversity Week 2017 – 18th – 26th March! Family friendly, culturally diverse & socially aware bringing the wider community together to celebrate life. Come and visit Fiona MP between 12pm and 5pm, have…
Grand Opening of Bargoonga Nganjin – North Fitzroy Library
Check out this amazing new community facility with Fiona and Yarra City Council at the grand opening Saturday 8th April, from 11am-4pm. Fiona will be in attendance for the beginning of the celebration at 12pm. Featuring children’s story times, live music performances, Koori games, face painting, a petting zoo, tours, a sausage sizzle and much…