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The Women Who Saved Cricket
Marion Stell In Conversation With Genevieve Jacobs
After the contentious ‘Bodyline’ men’s series in 1932–1933, sporting relations between Australia and England were at an all-time low. The long traditions built on fair play and sportsmanship had been shattered and controversy raged in the media. At the same time, a group of talented young women were invited to play for their country...
Here is their astonishing story.
Artist
DR MARION STELL is an author and historian investigating the social and cultural history of sport. She is the author of a number of popular books, including the classic Half the Race: A History of Australian Women in Sport, as well as books on cricket, surfing, swimming, and soccer. She was the foundation curator of the exhibition ‘Sportex’ (at the AIS), ‘Eternity’ and ‘Women with Attitude’ (NMA). The Bodyline Fix: How Women Saved Cricket is her ninth book.
Moderator
GENEVIEVE JACOBS AM has been a journalist for 30 years, working in print and radio. She sits on the Cultural Facilities Corporation board and chairs the Canberra International Music Festival. Genevieve was the inaugural chair of the arts minister's Creative Council, and inaugural co-chair of the Reconciliation Council. Genevieve has an enduring interest in building community, and creating discussions that include us all. And she still loves nothing better than a good yarn.