New South Wales

This diverse group of writers meets monthly on the third Saturday with the exception of December and January, when even scribblers take a break. Members range from dabblers to professionals and the only requirement for membership is a healthy respect for the written word and a good sense of humour.

Phone
(02) 67362444
Mobile
02 6736 2444

Varuna, the National Writers House is a creative retreat and writers’ network for Australian stories and ideas. We support bringing rigour and commitment to the writing craft; building a respectful and inclusive community; valuing of heritage and place; and making writing and creativity matter. Since 1989 Varuna has inspired the creation of new Australian writing and provided support for a thriving writing community and growing alumni.

Phone
(02) 47825674

Vibewire is a non-profit organisation that supports emerging young writers. We publish poetry, fiction, opinion, reportage, photography, illustration or review under 1,000 words.

Phone
(02) 96606591

Specialisation: Architecture, biography, Australian military history, canines, craft, non-fiction.

Phone
(02) 63851111

The Women’s Library focuses on writing by and about women. The library houses over 25,000 items. There is a comprehensive collection of lesbian literature and non-fiction focusing on issues and areas of interest to women. The library seeks to represent the diversity of Australian women’s writing. The Women’s Library hosts community meetings, groups and activities. Open Tuesday to Thursday 11am-3pm and Saturday and Sunday 12-4pm. There is also a $2 bookshop.

Phone
(02) 95577060

A non-profit group dedicated to the development of creative writing in all its forms and promoting local writers. Meetings are held monthly to critique work of members. Sometimes there is a guest speaker or workshop. Other writing-related events are held. Annual literary competitions are held and publication encouraged. Meetings held every fourth Saturday of the month, 1:30-4:30pm at Wyong Senior Citizens Centre in the grounds of Wyong Old Primary School.

Phone
(02) 43337489

The Area News is published every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and covers the Griffith, Ardlethan, Coleambally, Cudgel, Darlington Point, Deniliquin, Hay, Hillston, Jerilderie, Lake Cargellica, Lake Cargellico, Leeton, Lockhart, Narrandera, Tallimba, Ungarie, West Wyalong, Whitton, Yanco and Yenda communities.

Phone
(02) 69621733
Publisher
Rural Press
Frequency
Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Topics of interest: local news and events.

Phone
(02) 93548730
Publisher
News Corp Australia
Frequency
Weekly

The Central Western Daily has been serving Orange under that name since 1945. It is a paid, daily newspaper on sale six mornings a week and enjoys a strong reputation in the local community.

Phone
(02) 63912918
Publisher
Fairfax Regional Media
Frequency
six days a week
Phone
(02) 49901244
Publisher
Fairfax Regional Media
Frequency
Wednesday

The Clarence Valley Review is an independent newspaper providing a forum for all community news and sport. It is owned by local people and is written and staffed by locals. Along with our journalist’s news stories, over 100 community and sporting groups submit their news for publication each week.

Phone
(02) 66469466
Frequency
Weekly
Phone
(02) 68952833
Publisher
Lachlander Investments Pty Ltd
Frequency
Weekly

The Cowra Guardian is the town’s leading source of news in print and online. The newspaper provides comprehensive news coverage for the people of Cowra and the surrounding area.

Phone
(02) 63421044
Publisher
Fairfax Regional Media
Frequency
tri-weekly

Reporting all the news and events in Crookwell and the Upper Lachlan since 1885.

Phone
(02) 48321077
Publisher
Fairfax Regional Media
Frequency
Weekly

Established in 1859, the Deniliquin Pastoral Times circulates throughout Deniliquin, Mathoura, Finley, Tocumwal, Wakool and Bunnaloo. It publishes every Tuesday and Friday. Major industries in the area are agriculture, cereal crops, sheep for wool, fat lambs, cattle abattoirs.

Phone
(03) 58812322
Publisher
McPherson Media Group
Frequency
Every Tuesday and Friday

Ellery Publications write and publish automotive manuals.

Phone
(02) 96957055
Tips & General Information
Submit a clear outline of book proposal, including full name, address, fax and phone details. Only interested in proposals relating to automotive topics.

Escape Publishing aims to connect readers all around the world with fresh and exciting stories they’ll love. No matter what kind of romance you enjoy, from suspense to sci-fi, new adult to fantasy, adventure, paranormal, erotic, historical, comedy, contemporary romance and more, you’ll find it at Escape.

Phone
(02) 94159200
Tips & General Information
See submission guidelines for helpful tips.

The paid weekly paper circulates to the Guyra Shire and surrounding towns in northern NSW. It relies heavily on contributors to keep the town informed, particularly in the sporting arena.

Phone
(02) 67791730
Publisher
Fairfax Regional Media
Frequency
Weekly
Tips & General Information
It relies heavily on contributors to keep the town informed, particularly in the sporting arena.

The Hawkesbury Gazette is an award winning newspaper first published in 1888 and has been proudly servicing the community through delivering local news, events and sport for more than 120 years.

Phone
(02) 45880880
Publisher
Fairfax Regional Media
Frequency
Weekly
Tips & General Information
All stories must have a Hawkesbury angle and be succinct. All contributor copy will receive a byline.

The Inner West Courier takes pride in supporting and documenting the local news of both the Inner City and Inner West regions. Servicing a wide and geographically diverse, as well as affluent area, editorial is tailored to provide readers with the most relevant and engaging local content.

Phone
(02) 92882571
Publisher
News Limited
Frequency
Weekly

A free weekly newspaper. Sister publication to Maitland Mercury, part of Rural Press Ltd. Topics of interest: community newspaper serving Maitland and district.

Phone
(02) 49310100
Publisher
Rural Press Pty Ltd
Frequency
Weekly
Tips & General Information
Freelance articles are not usually commissioned on a paid basis. Some casual writers (paid at award rates) are employed from time-to-time.

Community based newspaper 16 years in print, servicing the northern suburbs of Sydney.

Phone
(02) 99806654

newmatilda.com is an independent Australian website of news, analysis and satire. We publish a vibrant mix of views and voices, actively seeking out new information and perspectives to broaden the political debate.

North West Magazine is a regional weekly publication that covers the issues that affect north west NSW and the Cudgegong Valley regions of NSW and Southern QLD. Since the 1970’s the North West Magazine has carried news, issues, stories and business from across the region, to the region – bridging the great distances of country NSW.

Phone
(02) 67420204
Publisher
North West Magazine Group
Frequency
Weekly

Pitt Street Poetry is a specialist publisher of contemporary poetry and selected reprints of modern classics. It was founded by Linsay and John Knight in Sydney in 2012 and since then has published over 30 poetry books by 18 fine poets.