S2 E11 Author Illustrators: Trace Balla and J M Rodier... and the virus v the environment (update)

In this episode we chat with two local author/illustrators. 

Trace Balla is a Castlemaine local and much beloved author/illustrator who has produced multiple comic style books about young people learning about and thus learning to love nature. Her latest creation 'Landing with Wings' has just been released by Allen & Unwin.

J. M. Rodier is a Kyneton local and has just published her first book called 'Lanuola'.  It is a whimsical and fantastical short novel for tweens with occasional illustrations all about the real problem of crown of thorn starfish in our reefs.

 

Coronavirus and the environment updates:

I'm really sorry to say it but some good news is fake news:

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/2020/03/coronavirus-pandemic-fake-animal-viral-social-media-posts/

Also, if it ain't toilet paper then bin it or compost it but whatever you do, DON'T FLUSH IT:

https://www.coliban.com.au/coliban-water-calls-community-assistance-prevent-sewer-blockages

  

Trace Balla:

http://traceballa.yolasite.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TraceBalla/

Follow this link and scroll to the bottom of the page to get downloadable kids activities based on the book:

https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/childrens/Landing-with-Wings-Trace-Balla-9781760296957

 

Links to indigenous groups mentioned by Trace:

https://nalderun.net.au/

http://www.djadjawurrung.com.au/

http://www.eelfestival.org.au/

 

J M Rodier:

https://www.facebook.com/RodierJM/

or email her at: michellerodier61@gmail.com

Some info about the crown of thorns starfish and giant sea snails:

https://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/2017/09/17/how-a-huge-beautiful-snail-could-save-the-great-barrier-reef_a_23212800/