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Meg Wallace
Mary-Anne Cosgrove Mary-Anne Cosgrove

Meg Wallace

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Meg Wallace, a distinguished author, tireless advocate for secularism, and former president of the Secular Association of NSW. Meg passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of thought leadership and activism that profoundly impacted the humanist and secular communities in Australia and beyond.

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Practical Reconciliation
Sue James Sue James

Practical Reconciliation

Practical Reconciliation - Strengthening Relationships for All Australians in 7 Easy Steps. Add this book to your reading list if you'd like to be a be more than an "ally" and aren't sure where to start.

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Ex-Religious Support Group
Sue James Sue James

Ex-Religious Support Group

On 4 July, nine of us got together on Zoom for our Ex-Religious Support Network meeting. Again, we welcomed a number of members from overseas zooming in. We also commiserated over the death of cherished member Barry Knights who lost his long battle with cancer. As an atheist and ex-pastor, Barry was a tireless crusader against religious excess and a wonderful regular contributor to this group. We will miss his witticisms and passion.

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Pre-order A Better Life
Mary-Anne Cosgrove Mary-Anne Cosgrove

Pre-order A Better Life

Explore the meaning and joy of life with 100 atheists in this book of photos and commentary featuring Richard Dawkins, Dan Dennett, Steven Pinker, Penn & Teller, Julia Sweeney, Alex Honnold, Derren Brown, and more! Pre-order before July 31.

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