Robyn O’Neill

Robyn O’Neill is the author and illustrator of “Tree-squeak: The Old-growth Gum”.

Robyn is an accomplished Montessori-trained teacher who understands first-hand the power of a good story to engage young minds. Before working in education, Robyn was a bush regenerator, artist and photographer. She has published the book “Sage: 101 Faces of Age” and written and photographed articles for several adventure magazines including Australian Backpacker, Australian Mountain-biking, etc. This is Robyn’s first children’s picture book, published through Starfish Bay/Tiny seed publisher’s. She has already done numerous library & school readings & workshops. 

“This delightful story about an ecosystem centred around an old-growth gum tree in the Australian bush is both entertaining & educational. I commend it to readers young & old.” Allison Taylor, BScDipEd

“The interactive guessing game while you were reading the story was great in keeping the children engaged. I thought you did a wonderful job and created an engaging and fun session that was enjoyed by all. I would love to have you back again in the future.” Kaylie Beasley, Bega Library

“The children will love it, the parental reader can’t help but be drawn in too. This is the magic of such a good, true story: it is powerful!” Bob Brown. Environmentalist and former Greens leader.