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Start Where You Are - Book Launch with Ash Manuel

AFL Max · Adelaide Airport

a book launch for young people with a kick on the floor

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🗓️Sun 6 Dec 2026 · 4pm
🎟️Free
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You're invited to the launch of Start Where You Are: A guide for finding your way when the path isn't clear, the new book from Ash Manuel.

Start Where You Are is a book for young people who are figuring out who they are and where they're heading.

It's honest, practical and full of real stories. It meets young people exactly where they are, without the lectures.

RUN SHEET

  • 4:00pm: Arrive and kick around on the AFL Max floor
  • 4:30pm: Book launch with Ash (45 minutes)
  • 5:15pm: Book signing, cafe, food and drink, plus kick and activity time
  • 6:20pm: Stick around for the kicking competition
  • 6:30pm: Finish

GOOD TO KNOW
This is a free event, but registration is essential for catering. Kids are welcome (please register each child).

Refreshments and food provided.

Copies of Start Where You Are will be available to purchase on the night.

Doors open at 4:00pm for a kick on the floor. The book launch starts at 4:30pm sharp.

WHO SHOULD COME
Teenagers, parents and caregivers, teachers, coaches and anyone who cares about helping young people back themselves.

ABOUT ASH
Ash Manuel is a former PE teacher, founder of Growing With Gratitude and the World's Biggest Gratitude Lesson, host of The Positive Education Podcast and author of It's Your Own Journey. Learn more about the book and its free companion platform at startwhereyouare.com.au

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AFL Max, Adelaide Airport

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Quick answers

When is Start Where You Are - Book Launch with Ash Manuel?

Sun 6 Dec 2026, 4pm.

Where is it?

AFL Max, Adelaide Airport, SA.

How much is it?

It is free.

Where do I find out more?

On eventbrite.com.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.

How do I find out which of my mates are keen?

Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.

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