New South Wales

First held in 1958, the Festival fosters the arts in Grenfell and Australia-wide. Winners in the Grenfell Henry Lawson Literary Competition are announced at the festival.

Phone
(02) 63432855

The Grenfell Record is the only newspaper dedicated to the residents of Grenfell and the Weddin Shire. Topics of interest: local news, sport and weather.

Phone
(02) 63431178
Publisher
Fairfax Regional Media
Frequency
Weekly

The resident theatre company of the historic SBW Stables Theatre in Kings Cross, Griffin Theatre Company dedicates itself to the nurture, presentation and promotion of outstanding Australian playwriting and contemporary theatre. An engine-room for theatrical discovery, ingenuity and diversity, Griffin exists to bring playwrights and new writing for the stage to national and international attention. Having produced numerous groundbreaking plays since its establishment in 1979, Griffin continues to invest in artistic and audience development – with profess…

Phone
(02) 93321052

Awards for Short Story or Poetry (not necessarily in the style of Henry Lawson), 1,000 words maximum, open theme. Two sections: Primary School students, Years 3-6 (NSW) or other state equivalent; Secondary School students, Years 7-10 (NSW) or other state equivalent.

Phone
(02) 63741213
Frequency
Every year

Presented in honour of Henry Lawson, who grew up in the Gulgong area. Open Written Poetry, for a ballad with good rhyme, rhythm and metre, no word or line limit.

Phone
(02) 63741213
Frequency
Every year

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.
Category

Habitus is for readers who are passionate about design. It is a quarterly, cross-cultural magazine that covers the South-East Asian and Australasian region.

Publishes information for cattle breeders and the Australian beef production industry.

Phone
(02) 67721399
Publisher
Herefords Australia Limited (HAL)
Frequency
Two issues per year

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.

HQ Magazine is the only comprehensive source of trusted independent information and unbiased practical guidance for Australians looking for technology and solutions to help them hear better. Through stories on inspiring high-profile hearing-impaired people, the magazine aims to encourage readers to embrace technologies that will help them hear better.

Phone
(02) 80959264

Australian Hi-Fi publishes reviews of hi-fi and video components, from CD portables to full-featured home theatre systems and everything in between.

Phone
(02) 99016100
Publisher
nextmedia Pty Ltd
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Phone before making a submission.

The Hill End Artists-in-Residence program has grown into one of Australia’s most sought after residencies. The Residency Program allows contemporary Australian and international artists the chance to experience and respond to the historically charged landscape of Hill End. Applicants should provide a current CV, and writers should provide a copy of up to two manuscripts/publications/extracts.

Publication focusing on renovating and decorating (both indoor and outdoor) including practical tips, product information and photographs.

Phone
(02) 93942388
Publisher
Pacific Magazines Pty Ltd
Frequency
Monthly
Tips & General Information
Contact the publication before making any submissions.

Publication targeting the upper-end residential design market, featuring comprehensive editorial of the best houses, apartments, architecture, interiors and products from across Australia and overseas.

Phone
(02) 98050399
Publisher
Universal Magazines
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Rarely accepts unsolicited manuscripts but will occasionally accept a brilliant idea. Email editor with brief pitch in the first instance.

Horizon Publishing Group is a publishing house that encourages new talents from new, emerging, unknown or published authors. HPG never rejects a high quality manuscript subject to some Terms & Conditions. Horizon Publishing Group publishes high quality books (content & production) whether they are fiction, non-fiction or children/young adult books. Its books are produced in print and in electronic versions with worldwide distribution.

Hunter Writers’ Centre organises readings and workshops for readers and writers in the Hunter region. Local writers are encouraged to use the large studio space at the Lock-up for workspace and meetings. The HWC also runs a number of community cultural projects throughout the year, the Newcastle Poetry Prize and a Writer In Residence program.

Phone
(02) 49263485
Mobile
0408 927 299

A publication by filmmakers for filmmakers. Regular columns include talent and project profiles, latest developments in technology, and analysis on all aspects of the Australian film industry.

Phone
(02) 96602113
Publisher
The Intermedia Group Pty Ltd
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Email a one paragraph pitch to the editor before submission.

The Illawarra Mercury newspaper offers the latest news. Topics of interest: features, profiles, arts and entertainment.

Phone
(02) 42212207
Publisher
Fairfax Regional Media
Frequency
Six issues per week

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

Features celebrity news, lifestyle, beauty and fashion features.

Phone
(02) 93942000
Publisher
Pacific Magazines
Frequency
Monthly
Tips & General Information
InStyle uses a team of regular writers who understand the magazine’s style and readership. However, experienced writers may pitch a relevant story idea targeted specifically to InStyle’s readers. Contact by email before submitting any articles.

The Times has a proud history of award winning journalism and community service. The Inverell Times is a biweekly newspaper, published on Tuesday and Friday, and an online publication. The Inverell Times covers all local issues, from hard news to births, deaths and marriages.

Phone
(02) 67200100
Publisher
Fairfax Regional Media
Frequency
Tuesday and Friday

Publication features a broad coverage of finance and investment issues, analysis and expert commentary.

Phone
(02) 92764416
Publisher
Morningstar Media
Frequency
Weekly

Official journal of the AIQS, a membership organisation for quantity surveyors and construction economists. Covers quantity surveying and building and related topics, like current trends, IT and technology news, research findings, etc.

Phone
(02) 92621822
Publisher
Australian Quantity Surveyors (AIQS) and Australian Institute of Building (AIB)
Frequency
Biannual
Tips & General Information
Fully refereed journal.

Publication for kids (primarily boys) featuring the latest in toys, gaming, anime, sport and entertainment.

Phone
(02) 93942767
Publisher
Pacific Magazines
Frequency
Monthly
Tips & General Information
Interested in hearing from experienced children’s writers who can produce material appropriate for readership. Such material should be exclusive and not found in other magazines. Very limited as to what is accepted.