Curious Campbelltown

Kirsty Jagger

44 min · 2. dec. 2025
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Journalist, Kirsty Jagger, chats with Andrew about her fantastic debut novel "Roseghetto" and the topics it raises affecting those living in housing commission estates. The conversation turns also to some great writing advice as well as travel and book recommendations. Winner of the inaugural Kathryn Heyman Award for a writer from a background of social or economic disadvantage, Kirsty is also a journalist, communications professional and advisor. She shares some of her life story with Andrew Allen. Content Warning: This episode talks, in part, of domestic violence.

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