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Discover this laugh-out-loud story of Rod's rollercoaster life from penthouse to the slammer in his candid memoir.

Book cover for 'Take My Advice, I'm Not Using It!'

Rod Halsted has lived a life most wouldn't dare to imagine - from crashing cars, dealing drugs and doing time, arrest records in four states and sharing a drink with Bob Hawke, trouble was never far.

In this memoir he takes you on a wild ride through addiction, crime, and redemption, all wrapped in the irreverent humour of a true Aussie larrikin. Take My Advice, I’m Not Using It! is as much a confession as it is a celebration of resilience.

About the author

Rod Halsted has lived a knockabout life. He's dealt in drugs, done time, worked in pubs, fossicked for nickel, managed a patisserie franchise and built a pressure washing business from scratch into a million dollar concern after getting sober 25 years ago.

Organised in partnership with Constant Reader Bookshop.

Accessibility

This event will be held on Level 1 and is accessible for people using mobility aids via lift. A hearing loop is also installed.