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THE TRIAL OF CHENG LEI STATEMENT

Australian, U.S. Press Leaders Condemn China’s Secretive Prosecution and Detention of TV Journalist. 

WITHDRAWAL OF INVITATION FOR THE RUSSIAN AMBASSADOR TO SPEAK AT THE NATIONAL PRESS CLUB OF AUSTRALIA

The Board of the National Press Club of Australia has withdrawn the invitation to the Russian Ambassador to speak at the Club.

DETENTION OF CHENG LEI STATEMENT

The Board of the National Press Club of Australia calls for the release of Australian journalist Cheng Lei from detention in China so she can return home to her family.

Upcoming Speakers

Tue
26
Sep
2023

Warren Mundine AO

Director of the Indigenous Forum at the Centre for Independent Studies

'Address to the National Press Club of Australia '

Nyunggai Warren Mundine AO, Leading No Campaigner & Director of the Indigenous Forum at the Centre for Independent Studies, will Address the National Press Club of Australia to discuss the Voice to Parliament. Due to National Room renovations this Address will be hosted in the Situation Room, Level 1 Theatre Style seating with Canapes & Beverages served in the Club Lounge prior to Address commencement.

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Wed
27
Sep
2023

Noel Pearson

Founder of the Cape York Institute for Policy and Leadership

'Address to the National Press Club of Australia'

Noel Pearson, Founder of the Cape York Institute for Policy and Leadership, will Address the National Press Club of Australia. This event will be held at The National Ballroom, The Realm.

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Tue
3
Oct
2023

The Hon Brendan O’Connor MP – SOLD OUT

Minister for Skills and Training

'Address to the National Press Club of Australia'

The Hon Brendan O'Connor MP, Minister for Skills and Training, will Address the National Press Club of Australia.

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An iconic Canberra venue providing a premium social setting for professionals, the National Press Club hosts public debates and private discussions that shape Australia today and into the future. A vigorous champion of media freedom, we are a home away from home for journalists, decision-makers and influencers alike. 

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