Madonna King

Madonna King

Madonna King is one of Australia's most accomplished journalists, having worked at senior levels of News Limited and the ABC (where Madonna presented the MORNINGS program in Brisbane for six years). Madonna writes for Fairfax's GOOD WEEKEND, writes a highly successful weekly column for the BRISBANE TIMES and has a regular radio spot on Brisbane's 4BC. She has written seven books, all defined by her skilful reporting and her ability to get people to talk in depth. These include the biographies of Professor Ian Frazer and our Ambassador to America Joe Hockey, and the story behind the Bali 9.

Her latest book - Being 14 - is out in March and gives a voice to the nation's 14-year-old girls. She regularly teaches feature writing to high schools, and provides keynote talks on leadership and decision-making to school gatherings. Being 14 is aimed at school parent communities and teachers.

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 Madonna's next book, Fathers and Daughters, will be released in September.

Testimonials

  • So wonderful. Really appreciated her insight. Positive feedback from all staff and students involved.

    St. Columban's College - March, 2024

    St. Columban's College - March, 2024
    Madonna King
  • I will be booking Madonna again. This year is our third year with Madonna and each year we have been impressed by her professionalism and presentation.

    St Columban's College - March 2022

    St Columban's College - March 2022
    Madonna King
  • Madonna focused on the Year 10’s current assessment task of writing a feature article using Ahn Do’s autobiography, 'The Happiest Refugee', as a springboard. Her passion for researching a topic and finding an engaging angle was clearly evident. Her presentation was very informative, giving students practical tips and ideas for their own writing.

    Hillbrook Anglican School - February 2020

    Hillbrook Anglican School - February 2020
    Madonna King
  • Attendees loved the topic and the way Madonna spoke to the topic. So much wonderful feedback for this session!

    Ipswich Libraries - August 2018

    Ipswich Libraries - August 2018
    Madonna King

Queensland

Speaker type

  • Author
  • Media personality
  • Non-fiction
  • Journalist / Feature writer
  • Motivational
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