# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lunch with a Legend: Crime, Clues & Vader
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 05 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 am (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for a memorable long lunch with former police officer and author Dave Raymond, as he shares the true story behind his book Vader: A Police Dog Story.

Set in the world of real-life policing in North Queensland, Dave’s compelling account explores courage, loyalty and the extraordinary bond between a police dog and his handler. Hear the stories that shaped Vader’s legacy and the moments that defined life on the frontline.

The event will be hosted by respected ex-broadcaster John McKenzie, guiding the conversation in an engaging and entertaining afternoon.

Proceeds from this event support the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation, helping improve healthcare for our community.

Includes a two-course lunch and dessert.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cairns/lunch-with-a-legend-crime-clues-and-vader/200030099491153
- **Event Categories**: Nonprofit, Workshops, Art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Cairns
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Ela Modern Bistro
- **lat**: -16.921787840374
- **long**: 145.78081351554
- **full address**: Ela Modern Bistro, HARBOUR LIGHTS COMMERCIAL, Marlin Pde, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia, Cairns

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Lunch with a Legend: Crime, Clues & Vader being held?
  - **A:** Lunch with a Legend: Crime, Clues & Vader takes place on Fri, 05 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 am to Fri, 05 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 am at Ela Modern Bistro, HARBOUR LIGHTS COMMERCIAL, Marlin Pde, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia, Cairns.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Lunch with a Legend: Crime, Clues & Vader?
  - **A:** Lunch with a Legend: Crime, Clues & Vader is organized by Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation.

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