Story Hour with Patricia Piccinini

Thursday 31 July 2025 | 10:30 AM

Surfers Paradise

Following the Skywhales Across Australia launch on 31 July, young readers are invited to HOTA Gallery for a reading of Every Heart Sings.

Every Heart Sings by Patricia Piccinini follows the journey of the skywhale family. It is a story about nature, family, evolution, care and wonder. Published by the National Gallery, it is Patricia Piccinini's first children's book.

The Every Heart Sings publication has been supported by the National Gallery of Australia Foundation Board Publishing Fund.

Image credit: Patricia Piccinini reads Every Heart Sings, Araluen Arts Centre, Mparntwe/Alice Springs, 2022. Photo: Karlee Holland

Getting there

Consider using public transport or active travel. Plan your trip with Translink's journey planner.

Parking may be limited. For metered parking, use the EasyPark app to start, end, and extend your parking direct from your phone to avoid fines. For more information visit City of Gold Coast's Parking page.

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