What if I'm running late?

If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time, and you have not notified us, your spot may be allocated to another person in the standby queue.

What if I am no longer able to attend?

Places are limited. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration as soon as possible so we can release the ticket. Please email culturaldevelopment@chcc.nsw.gov.au or phone 6648 4000 to advise. Thank you.

Do tutors have Working with Children Checks?

Yes, all tutors and staff have Working with Children

Is this an accessible event?

City of Coffs Harbour is committed to providing inclusive services and programs. Yarrila Place is fully wheelchair accessible. Please email culturaldevelopment@chcc.nsw.gov.au or call 6648 4000 with your requirements or support needs.

Author Talk: Tim Ayliffe

By Coffs Harbour Libraries

Overview

Join us for a captivating night with journalist and award-winning author Tim Ayliffe as he unpacks his latest novel, Dark Desert Road.

Meet Tim Ayliffe, award-winning author whose thriller novels have been informed by his 25-year global career as a journalist. He writes about crime, espionage, extremism and the global power games at play in the 21st Century.

This is an exclusive opportunity to hear from one of Australia's most compelling thriller writers and about his creative process and the stories and themes that drive his work. Whether you’re already a fan or just discovering his novels, this event will be an exciting evening for all crime fiction lovers.

Date: Monday 2 February 2026

Time: commencing 5.30pm, for a 6pm start

Location: River Oak Room, Level 3, Yarrila Place

Fee: $10 (includes light refreshments)

Category: Hobbies, Books

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Highlights

1 hour 30 minutes
In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Location

Harry Bailey Memorial Library, Yarrila Place

27 Gordon Street

Coffs Harbour Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450 Australia

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