Join us for an unforgettable evening at our 19th Annual Great Debate Gala 2025—the biggest night of the year for Dymocks Children’s Charities!
This year’s event promises to be our most impactful yet, spotlighting our transformative work to improve literacy for disadvantaged children across Australia.
Friday 11 April 2025
6pm - 11pm
The event will occur at the five-star Shangri-La Hotel in Sydney’s CBD, offering a premium three-course dinner and carefully selected fine wines. Experience an evening filled with spirited debate, inspiration, and meaningful change as we come together to raise essential funds that empower young readers nationwide.
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Meet the Team Captains
Returning once again are our incredible team captains, ready to lead their sides in the Great Debate! Adam and Rob, who've been part of this iconic event since it began in 2006, are prepared to bring their wit and rivalry to the stage again. We can't wait to see these two battle it out in an unforgettable showdown!
Rob Carlton
Adam Spencer
Adam Spencer has been a breakfast radio announcer on triple j and ABC Sydney. He is a TV personality on everything from comedies Good News Week and The Glasshouse to weekly sports wrap The Back Page, and is also a member of the Sleek Geeks Science Team with Dr Karl Kruszelnicki. 2025 marks Adam’s 19th Great Debate!
Rob Carlton is an actor and well-known face on the Australian comedy and drama scene. He has recently starred Black Snow for Stan and Boy Swallows Universe for Netflix. His portrayal of Kerry Packer in Paper Giants earned him a Silver Logie. Rob will be participating in his 19th Great Debate in 2025.