WORKSHOP: Writing from the Archives with Jodi Vial

"Writing from the Archives. Object, memory and place with Jodi Vial"

Sat 6 Sep
10 am – 1pm
In-person
Maitland City Library
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In this workshop with writer and researcher Dr Jodi Vial, you’ll explore how archives might live not only in institutions, but in personal objects, memory, place, and the body itself.

ONLINE WORKSHOP: Turning up the Heat with Natalie Murray

Turning up the Heat with Natalie Murray

Tue 16 Sep
6:30 pm — 8:30 pm
Online via Zoom
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In this practical skills workshop, bestselling romance author Natalie Murray shows you how to craft spice that feels authentic, emotionally charged, and perfectly pitched to your audience.

WORKSHOP SERIES: The Poet’s Compass (Port Stephens) with Gillian Swain

“The Poets Compass. A Workshop Series for Poets.”

Sat 14 Jun — Sat 5 Jul
11 am – 1:30pm
In-person
Tomaree Library, Salamander Bay
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This four-week course equips poets—whether beginners or more experienced—with the tools, skills and confidence to refine and advance their craft.

This workshop is for poets—emerging or experienced—who want to develop their craft and deepen their creative practice.

WORKSHOP: From Memory to Manuscript with Ashley Kalagian Blunt

Banner for "From Memory to Manuscript: 6-month memoir course with Ashley Kalagian Blunt," featuring Ashley's portrait and the start date "Begins 24 Feb" on a blue background with handwritten text.

WORKSHOP SERIES: A six-month memoir course – UNDERWAY
Fourth Monday of each month starting 24 February, 5:30 pm — 8:30 pm
Hybrid delivery of both online and in-person sessions.

Join bestselling author Ashley Kalagian Blunt for this practical six-month memoir course.

WORKSHOP: The Poet’s Compass

Banner for "The Poet's Compass: A workshop series for poets with Gillian Swain," featuring Gillian Swain's portrait on a teal background. Text highlights the start date, "Begins 8 Feb."

SERIES OVER
From Saturday 8 February – Saturday 1 March
10 am – 12pm
Wallsend Railway Goods Shed

This four-week course equips poets—whether beginners or more experienced—with the tools, skills and confidence to refine and advance their craft.

WORKSHOP: How To Edit Your Poem with Peter Boyle

How to edit your poem with Peter Boyle, featuring an image of Peter Boyle.

Saturday 21 September 2024 
11 am — 4 pm
X803 NUspace + Online

This workshop explores techniques for refining poems through editing, focusing on rhythm, word choice, and imagery to deepen emotional impact and enhance the poetic experience.

WORKSHOP: Storytelling on Stage – Play in two days with Hilary Bell

Saturday 31 August – Sunday 1 September 2024
10am-4pm
Rathmines Theatre, 25 Stilling St, Rathmines, NSW

This weekend intensive workshop designed for playwrights of all levels, focusing on developing characters, conflict, narrative, and structure through games and writing exercises.

WORKSHOP: Writing for Children with Zanni Louise

Monday 27 May 2024
6pm – 8.30pm
Hudson St Hum: 7 Hudson St, Hamilton, 2303

Have you ever dreamed of writing your own children’s book? Author of over 35 internationally published books for kids, Zanni Louise takes you through the foundations of writing for kids.