Toni Risson

Dr Toni Risson is a storyteller and a cultural historian who has penned everything from children’s picture books to a doctorate on the magic of lollies. An expert of the Greek café phenomenon, Toni curated Meet Me at the Paragon for the State Library of Queensland (2019-2020), and her book Brisbane’s Greek Cafes: A Million Malted Milks was a finalist in the 2019 Queensland Literary Awards.

Unravelling Our Past: Local Historians projects for Ipswich City Council

• Brian Grant Kitchens and Bathrooms: 1966-2008, a history
• M. W. Haenke Catalogue of Works
• M. W. Haenke Scoping Study
• Martin William Haenke Professional Biography
• Risson's produce written for Defining Tulmur | Ipswich in 2026