Writing and Publishing

Varuna, the National Writers' House
The Writer’s Space Writing Group - Penrith Library
A free, 6-week writing program for writers with disability in Penrith, meeting on Sunday mornings at Penrith Library from 16…

Varuna, the National Writers' House
The Writer’s Space Writing Group - Katoomba
A free, 6-week writing program for writers with disability in the Blue Mountains, meeting on Sunday mornings at Katoomba Library…

Varuna
Roderick Centre Residential Fellowship for Regional and Remote Writers
Presented in partnership with Roderick Centre for Australian Literature and Creative Writing (RCALC), three fellowships are available to writers living…
National Library of Australia
Author talk: Twist by Colum McCann at the National Library
Join internationally acclaimed Irish novelist Colum McCann for a special In Conversation event focused on his new novel 'Twist' at…

Book review: Melbourne and the Movies, Ross Campbell
A wonderfully rich treasure trove recounting the history of the silver screen in Melbourne through the eyes of a true…

Arts news watch: this week's trending topics
We break it – you read it. Keep you eye on this week's top arts news stories.

Book review: Gutsy Girls, Josie McSkimming
What was it like growing up as a sister of rock star poet Dorothy Porter?

Book review: Stellar Atmospheres, Alicia Sometimes
A poetry collection that blends lyricism with astronomical marvels.

Over 150 works from the NGV to be showcased in substantial new exhibition: Floribunda (2025)
Showcasing one of the NGV's largest loans, 'Floribunda' will bring a whole new world of flowers to Narre Warren.

Book review: The Knowing, Madeleine Ryan
A restless mind, a train ride and a day that questions everything.