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In revealing ABC interview conducted on anniversary of elder son’s death, singer-songwriter acknowledges ‘disgraceful self-indulgence’ in earlier years

Musician said experience of grief helped him feel ‘more connected’ to others

There are 95 sessions featuring 150 writers.

You can watch the ceremony live on ABC TV.

Journalist Samantha Maiden won Australia’s top award in journalism, the Gold Walkley, in 2022 for her coverage of the Brittany Higgins case. When talking to Leigh Sales about the experience of covering this story, for Sales’ new book, Storytellers, she found herself in tears.

Each month, Guardian Australia editors and critics pick the upcoming titles they have already devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on

The Australian’s columnist criticises ABC as political leaders also share thoughts on cuts at public broadcaster. Plus: Shannon Noll’s chicken zinger

Greens and government descend into an angry war of words over housing policy

ABC presenter up against two-time winner Hamish Blake for the award for most popular personality, while The Twelve and Mystery Road: Origin lead in other categories