New South Wales

The Australian Writers’ Guild (AWG) is the professional association for all performance writers, writers for television, screen, theatre, radio and multimedia. The AWG gives access to legal and contractual advice, provides a script development registration service and a script assessment service. The AWG offers professional courses and publications.

Phone
1300 552 228

Written by Australians for Australians, with inspiring stories & honest reviews Australian Traveller is the most trusted guide to travelling this great country.

Phone
(02) 96987072
Frequency
Bi-Monthly

 Australian Trailrider Magazine entertains and informs its audience with a fresh and witty style. It features the latest in off-road riding in Australia, including trail, enduro, desert and adventure motorcycling.

Phone
(02) 9887 0300
Publisher
Universal Magazines
Frequency
Six issues per year

Australian Theatre for Young People is a Sydney-based theatre company focussed on the delivery of productions and programs that have a national impact. Young people are at the heart of everything we do and our reputation is founded on creative collaboration between the nation’s leading artists and our members. Bridging the divide between youth theatre and professional practice, we generate work that has the capacity to be studied, restaged, discussed and accessed for generations.

Phone
(02) 92513900

The Australian Storytelling Guild aims to promote and encourage the oral traditions of storytelling. Membership is open to all ages and all levels of the community.

Phone
0402 927 943

Storytellers NSW is the Australian Storytelling Guild (NSW) Inc, an open organisation which welcomes anyone with an interest in oral storytelling, whether teller, listener, beginner or professional.

Mobile
0402 927 943

The Australian Society of Travel Writers Incorporated (ASTW) is the most highly respected travel media body in Australia. Founded in 1975 and incorporated in 2011, it is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to promoting ethical and honest travel, and the unbiased reporting of it.

Phone
(02) 98073849
Website
Twitter

Competitive sailing magazine. Covers the whole spectrum of sailing from dinghies to maxi yachts, racing or pleasure, with coverage of every major Australian yachting event and select overseas races.

Phone
(02) 92138207
Publisher
Yaffa Media Pty Ltd
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Study past editions to become familiar with the magazine’s format and style. Obtain a copy of the guidelines before submitting a short outline.

Road Rider features articles on biking, bike touring, the technical aspects of riding, tech specs and bike profiles. Aimed at a slightly older market of active riders who spend time with bike communities.

Phone
(02) 92235113
Publisher
Universal Magazines
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Does not accept unsolicited material. Please email proposal outline for consideration.

The Australian Publishers Association (APA) is the industry body for Australian book, journal and electronic publishers. It protects and promotes the interests of Australian publishers on issues like defamation, copyright, competition policy and taxation, and initiates projects that benefit the wider industry. Membership is open to any person or company engaged in publishing in Australia. Also administers APA Book Design Awards; Educational Publishing and Book Industry Awards.

Phone
(02) 92819788

The Australian Press Council Incorporated is the self-regulatory body of the print media. It was established in 1976 with two main aims: to help preserve the traditional freedom of the press within Australia and to ensure that the free press acts responsibly and ethically.

Phone
(02) 92611930

Has a strong, visual, ‘hands-on’ style and a cutting-edge approach to new technology. Interested in articles that explain various photographic techniques in detail.

Phone
(02) 92812333
Publisher
Yaffa Publishing Group Pty Ltd
Frequency
Monthly
Tips & General Information
Study past editions to become familiar with the magazine’s format and style. Please email to obtain a copy of writer’s guidelines before submitting a short outline.

Founded in 1992, the Australian Interactive Media Industry Association (AIMIA) is the trade body for the digital content, services and applications industry in Australia.

Phone
(02) 92487900

The Australian Institute of Interpreters and Translators (AUSIT) is the national association for the translating and interpreting profession. It offers contacts, networking, professional development, quality assurance, lectures and can also help find interpreters and translators.

Australia’s premier food and travel magazine. Content includes seasonal recipes, dinner party menus, inside news on the food and wine scene, leading restaurants and hotels, and unusual travel destinations.

Phone
(02) 92828758
Publisher
ACP Magazines
Frequency
Monthly
Tips & General Information
Prospective writers should submit a short outline in the first instance. Does not accept a great deal of freelance material. Read the magazine to become familiar with style before submitting an outline. Please include quality images of the destination.

Refereed medical journal of the Australian Dental Association. Publishes papers on research, clinical developments, clinical opinions and treatments as well as other key issues of relevance to dentistry as practised in Australia.

Phone
(02) 99064412
Publisher
Australian Dental Association Inc
Frequency
Quarterly
Tips & General Information
Interested in reports of dental research including abstract and keywords. All scientific papers are formally refereed. Short case reports and review articles may not be subject to this process.

Complete guide to owning, buying and restoring classic cars.

Phone
(02) 87416678
Publisher
Australian Classic Motoring Press
Frequency
Monthly

Formed to unite and promote Australian Bush Balladeers and Bush Ballad music. Provides compilation album releases, balladeers’ concerts, artist showcases, and the annual Bush Balladeer Star Quest, along with the informative quarterly Balladeers Bulletin members’ magazine.

Scripts must be submitted through a producer, production company or agent. In line with our charter, ABC Fiction aims to tell stories that contribute to a sense of national identity, that inform and entertain, and that reflect the nature of the Australian community. With the additional drama funding we have increased our commitment to commissioning drama and narrative comedy, working with the best of new and established Australian writing, directing and producing talent to tell fresh and compelling stories. We want to deliver creatively ambitious fiction…

Phone
(02) 83333024

Trade news magazine for Australian banking and finance community, informing its readership of the major issues and trends affecting the industry and professional events supporting the industry’s development.

Phone
(02) 93769506
Publisher
Australian Financial Publications
Frequency
Fortnightly
Tips & General Information
Highly specialised content. Contact before submitting.

The Australian Association of Writing Programs (AAWP) brings together writers, teachers, students, and editors. Membership is open to anyone with a professional involvement in the teaching of writing, primarily tertiary. The AAWP aims to represent the interests of creative writing teachers and students by providing a forum for discussion and publication. It runs conferences and publishes an online refereed journal, TEXT, containing critical articles, reviews, interviews and creative work.

Specialises in health, social, political and organisational issues associated with aged care, the ageing process and the ageing population. A thoughtful and highly informed resource for aged care providers, retirement living operators, government, academics, clinicians and carers.

Phone
(02) 85866183
Publisher
Intermedia Group Pty Ltd
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
The magazine’s content is carefully planned and quality controlled. Freelance submissions are generally limited and writers with a demonstrated understanding of the issues are preferred. Always phone first to discuss topic and idea or approach. Strictly information/topical articles that meet guidelines. Broadly, all articles should inform, challenge or educate, canvassing a cross section of opinions.

Australia Council for the Arts is the Federal Government arts advisory and funding body. New Work, Publishing and Residencies and Fellowship categories offer grants to published Australian writers. Accepts projects in these genres: fiction (adult, young adult and children), literary non-fiction, poetry and writing for stage, radio and new media. Minimum publication and performance requirements apply. See the Australia Council Support for the Arts Handbook on website for more details.

Phone
(02) 92159000

Magazine for motor body repair and panel shops across Australia, specialising in product information and news, as well as industry-related feature articles and photography.

Phone
(02) 92812333
Publisher
Yaffa Publishing Group Pty Ltd
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Also publish a regular eNewsletter and have established a Facebook page.

Australasian Medical Writers Association (AMWA) members include: writers and editors, freelancers, medical practitioners and those working in public relations, medical communications and the pharmaceutical industry. AMWA offers a website, freelance register, e-newsletter, email service, an annual conference, annual AMWA Award, and a Professional Development Program. AMWA keeps members informed and provides networking and education opportunities.

Phone
0433 824 931