Andy’s Big Brekky Show spoke with SezzaJai Sykes, the Executive Director of the NT Writers Centre. SezzaJai shared a broad overview of the NT Writers Festival, which runs from 1 to 4 June, with a brilliant line-up of writers and storytellers from across the country. This year the theme, in Arrernte, is mwantye-le awaye. It means to listen closely, to give things attention. In a world full of distractions, how do we take the time to listen – to ourselves, to others, to the natural world? 

Andy’s Big Brekky Show spoke with SezzaJai Sykes, the Executive Director of the NT Writers Centre. SezzaJai shared a broad overview of the <a href="https://www.ntwriters.com.au/nt-writers-festival/">NT Writers Festival</a>, which runs from 1 to 4 June, with a brilliant line-up of writers and storytellers from across the country. This year the theme, in Arrernte, is mwantye-le awaye. It means to listen closely, to give things attention. In a world full of distractions, how do we take the time to listen – to ourselves, to others, to the natural world?

My show showcases local talent, community groups, community events and issues that effect us all. I like to bring forward local talent that is earthy and real. I’m all about positive stories that help bring flavour to this great place of Alice Springs.

My show showcases local talent, community groups, community events and issues that effect us all. I like to bring forward local talent that is earthy and real. I&rsquo;m all about positive stories that help bring flavour to this great place of Alice Springs.

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