Central Coast Reads: Toni Jordan
Saturday 30 May, 2026
8:30am-9:15am
Festival Marquee
Peninsula Recreation Precinct, Umina Beach
Free Event
Central Coast Reads: Toni Jordan
Saturday 30 May, 2026
8:30am-9:15am
Festival Marquee
Umina Beach Recreation Precinct
Free event
8:30am – 9:15am
Toni Jordan joins us to chat about her eighth novel, the delightful Tenderfoot, a moving coming of age story set in Brisbane in the 1970s. Kickstart your festival weekend with this thought-provoking book club discussion as part of Central Coast Reads, now in its third year. We’re thrilled to bring this free series of book clubs and author events to the community, in partnership with Keyton and Brentwood Village.
| Central Coast Reads: Toni Jordan in conversation with Jane Tara | Saturday 30 May 8:30am – 9:15am | Festival Marquee Peninsula Recreation Precinct, Umina BeachFree Event |
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Toni Jordan
Toni Jordan is the author of eight novels, including the international bestseller Addition, which was longlisted for the Miles Franklin Award and adapted into a feature film in cinemas in 2026. Toni lives in Melbourne. Her latest novel is Tenderfoot.
Moderator: Jane Tara
Jane Tara has published over a hundred children’s books, several plays and five novels. She is a daily meditator, a sucker for a rescue mutt and, most of all, a front-row cheerleader for her two sons. She spent thirteen years wandering the world and lived in five countries but is now happily at home in Sydney. Her novel Tilda is Visible was sold into 8 territories worldwide. Her next novel will be released in 2026.
Event Partners
Keyton Retirement Villages
Keyton is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages in Australia that is shaped around delivering the best possible retirement living experience for current and future residents, as well as their passionate staff. With over 65 villages across Australia, 15,000+ residents and 800+ passionate staff, they are leading the way with heart, for a new age of wellbeing, connection and choice for all independent seniors.
Brentwood Village, Kincumber
Set on almost 60 acres of coastal hinterland, Brentwood Village on the Central Coast is a peaceful sanctuary with picturesque beachside towns just minutes away. Quality refurbished homes for sale are a standout feature, offering modern comfort and style in a serene setting.
