Party: Nick Riewoldt Book Launch

Party: Nick Riewoldt Book Launch

We are thrilled to host former Southport Sharks player and now AFL legend for the launch of his new book, The Things That Make Us, on the Gold Coast

Join us for in Mackenzie's Sports Bar as former Olympic medalist, Giaan Rooney speaks with Nick about The Things That Make Us, at 6pm.

This event is free to attend, with some complimentary light nibbles available, plus the opportunity to purchase a signed copy of Nick's new book.

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Children under 18 are welcome to attend, they must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

NICK RIEWOLDT – THE THINGS THAT MAKE US

“I never wanted to write a ‘cookie-cutter’ footballer’s book—chronologically moving from the under 8s through to the big time, full of hard-ball gets, wins and losses, triumphs and disappointments. I chose the title, The Things that Make Us, because it made it easy to explore things we can all relate to, no matter what path our lives have taken.”

Number one pick in the 2000 AFL draft, six-time winner of St Kilda’s best and fairest award, five-time All Australian, captain of his club for a record 220 games and 336 games as a star of the AFL, Nick Riewoldt is an out-and-out champion. But he’s also a man whose intelligence and insight allow him a deeply fascinating perspective on his life and career. The Things that Make Us is Nick’s autobiography, and it’s as powerful, interesting and compelling as the author himself.

The Things That Make Us is Nick’s take on the events that made him the man he is today. From his childhood in Tasmania to the end of a distinguished AFL career, it’s all here: learning to live life under the spotlight and through a scandal, meeting his now-wife Catherine and starting a family, the devastating passing of his beloved sister Maddie and the great work done by the charitable foundation set up in her name.

“I hope there’s something in these pages for everyone who’s known grief, especially anyone who’s lost a sibling. I hope elements of my story will bring some solace to people who have known similar pain. I hope, too, that my story brings a deeper understanding of a footballer’s crazy world. An insight into what goes into making it, what it takes to stay there, and the crippling anxiety that can consume you when your burden is to accept only the best.”


GIAAN ROONEY
Giaan is a presenter with Channel Seven and has been involved in the Brisbane News team, 2016 Rio Olympics, Australian Open coverage and commentator for the Australian Swimming Championships. Giaan also spent 6 years with Channel Nine where she was involved across a range of shows including be a co-anchor of Wide World of Sports, presenting stories on Getaway, Postcards, the 2010 Winter Olympics, 2012 London Olympics and Nine’s Spring Racing Coverage.

As a former darling of Australian Swimming, Giaan holds medals at every level of competition, including Olympic Gold. Giaan is an Ambassador for CareSuper, Life Space Probiotics and Big4 Caravan Parks. After spending many years in Melbourne, Giaan recently relocated back to the Gold Coast with her husband Sam and two children, Zander and Alexa. Giaan is passionate about living a healthy lifestyle and is an avid supporter of her chosen charities, the Nelune Foundation and Lort Smith Animal Hospital.

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