Ray Martin is one of Australia’s most celebrated journalists and broadcasters, with a career spanning more than five decades and over 10,000 interviews.

A five-time Gold Logie winner and acclaimed interviewer, Ray has reported on some of the defining moments of modern history and spoken with everyone from world leaders and Australian Prime Ministers to Hollywood stars, sporting greats and cultural icons. His simple philosophy remains at the heart of his remarkable career: everyone has a story to tell.

Beginning his journalism career with the ABC in 1965 and then joining the Nine Network in the late 70’s, he has worked on 60 Minutes, The Midday Show, A Current Affair and Sunday to name a few.

Recognised for both his journalism and community service, Ray was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 2011 and was honoured by Australia Post as a TV Legend in 2018.

Since leaving Channel Nine, Ray has continued to tell important Australian stories through award-winning documentaries, best-selling books and television programs including First Contact, Is Australia Racist? and The Last Goodbye.

Join us for a special evening as Ray reflects on an extraordinary life in journalism, shares stories from more than half a century in the media spotlight, and offers insights gained from a lifetime spent meeting some of the world’s most fascinating people.