We have a sensational speaker for our upcoming monthly meeting – Neil O’Keefe, telling his best stories from his 17 years as Labor MHR for Burke, 1984-2001. These include up-close-and-personal stories about his mates Bob Hawke and Paul Keating, which have never made it into history and political memoirs.
Neil for reasons of factional misfortune never became a minister (only a shadow minister). But he did become a key backroom player in the committee work leading to fundamental changes to Australian life.
For us at Bearbrass, Neil will not get into heavy politics. Instead, he’ll unload on all the quirky, crazy, personal stuff that goes on in Parliament House behind the scenes and can be too hot to even get into the gutter press.
This will be a talk you’ll tell your grandchildren about! Come along, have fun with Neil and don’t miss this meeting for quids!
Pics: Neil takes an interest in hydroponic fodder: Thumbs up for Neil the traveler