Kirsty Nancarrow
Hi, I'm Kirsty. I have enjoyed sharing people’s stories for more than 30 years. I was an award-winning ABC journalist for 15 years in Sydney, Alice Springs, Darwin, and Cairns. I have called Tropical Far North Queensland home since 2010. I love the connection, creativity, lifestyle, and rich stories regional communities offer. I'm in my happy place when I am speaking to diverse audiences, filming and photographing in nature, hiking, cooking for friends and family, and tearing up the Latin dance floor.
As a media and presentation skills trainer, I can help you and your team engage effectively with journalists, identify and share your good news stories, and prepare your key messages so you can remain calm and present yourself with confidence.
Kirsty has contributed to the book Interviewing: A Guide for Journalists and Professional Writers and is the author of Himalayan Dreams: The Story of Som Tamang.
Media Trainer - With 30+ years in media and communications, Kirsty helps you engage, speak with confidence, prepare key messages and share your story.
An engaging and sought-after guest speaker on topics including mid-life career change, becoming an author, gender equity and mental health. Available worldwide.
BUY THE BOOK
Kirsty's debut book shares the remarkable story of Som Tamang, who overcame incredible odds to empower children in rural Nepal through education.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Ethnic Communities Council of Queensland - Impact through Media & Storytelling - Author talk and workshop
Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 5:30 for a 6pm start, Tzu Chi Foundation Brisbane Community Centre, 60 Rosebank Square, Salisbury.
FREE EVENT
Join ECCQ for an evening celebrating leadership, storytelling, and media advocacy within our active communities.
Kirsty Nancarrow will share Som Tamang's powerful journey and reflections on community, resilience, and cultural identity. This will be followed by a short workshop. Whether you're an experienced leader or just starting out, this session offers practical tools to elevate your voice and showcase your impact.
Donate to support Som's work in Nepal
Tax deductible donations can be made to the Rotary Australia World Community Service project to raise funds to complete Grades 11 and 12 at Batase School, Nepal and continue supporting the education of children through Friends of Himalayan Children. We aim to raise $500,000 for this project.
