Victoria

Geelong Writers is a community-based organisation that aims to encourage writing in all its genres. We conduct a weekly social meeting, a monthly reading and a wide variety of writing workshops. GW publishes a fortnightly e-bulletin, a members’ anthology, and literary journal, Azuria.

Phone
0421 559 592

The Geelong Advertiser is Victoria’s oldest morning newspaper. Topics of interest: news and current affairs, local, national and international. Sports, entertainment and lifestyle.

Phone
(03) 52274340
Publisher
News Ltd
Frequency
Daily
Tips & General Information
Subject matter to be topical and of interest to readers in the Geelong region.

International refereed journal for high-quality contributions in plant science research.

Phone
(03) 96627644
Publisher
CSIRO Publishing
Frequency
Monthly

Topics of interest: freshwater fishing techniques and locations.

Phone
(03) 97298788
Publisher
Freshwater Fishing Australia Pty Ltd
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Submit articles with a brief information box. The magazine concentrates on native fish, trout and salmon, but also runs location articles giving readers information about where to go and how to get there. Articles must use metric measurements (except fly-fishing).

Street press publication featuring the latest local, national and international music and entertainment news. Distributed around Geelong, Ballarat and surrounding regional areas.

Phone
(03) 52297969
Publisher
Forte Publishing Pty Ltd
Frequency
Fortnightly

Specialist business publication covering what is new and available in the domestic and commercial flooring and floor-coverings market in Australasia and New Zealand.

Phone
(03) 98900815
Publisher
Elite Publishing Co Pty Ltd
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Contact with short outline or full submission.

Free online magazine for women of all ages and demographics. Topics include business, entertainment, fashion, beauty, pregnancy, parenting, health, love, sex, relationships, food, travel, shopping and gigs.

Phone
(03) 95897946
Publisher
Femail.com.au Magazine
Frequency
Daily

The Fellowship of Australian Writers (FAW) is a subscription based, non-profit organisation for writers of all ages and levels of ability. Members receive ‘The Australian Writers’ magazine, writing advice and the opportunity to enter FAW’s National Literary Awards, conducted each year. Members have access to readings and workshops where they can get feedback on their work through our network of regional branches.

Phone
(03) 94315573
Mobile
0413 736 723

Recently combined as a Furniture and Bedding magazine. Specialised business publication dedicated to covering all aspects of news, views, innovations and achievements of the furniture, furnishing and bedding industries in Australia and New Zealand, for both retailers and manufacturers.

Phone
(03) 98900815
Publisher
Elite Publishing Co Pty Ltd
Frequency
Six issues per year

An anthology of writing entered by a Writers Group i.e. a number of people who meet regularly to share and further their writing interests (TAFE/University groups are ineligible). The anthology must have been created within the preceding 12 months. Each group may only submit one entry and only one copy is required. Ask for competition guidelines before submitting.

Phone
(03) 94315573
Frequency
Every year

An award for an unpublished short story of up to 3000 words. This award honours Jennifer Burbidge, who suffered severe developmental difficulties and died soon after her 21st birthday, and whose story is told in Forever Baby. Royalties from the book help to fund the sponsorship of this award. Stories may deal with any aspect of the lives of those who suffer some form of physical, intellectual or mental health disability and/or the impact of disability on their families in an Australian situation. One copy of each story is required; more than one entry pe…

Phone
(03) 94842029
Frequency
Every year

An award for a work of fiction by an Australian author, first published after November of previous year, and not previously published locally or overseas. Two copies of the book are required and will not be returned.

Phone
(03) 94842029
Frequency
Every year

For a first book of poetry published after November in the preceding year. The book must have at least 20 pages of text. Self-published works are eligible. Publishers or authors are welcome to submit entries. Three copies of the book are required. Entries will not be returned. See website for entry forms (under National Literary Awards).

Phone
(03) 94315573
Frequency
Every year

An award for a short story on any theme to a maximum of 3000 words. In honour of the late Angelo B. Natoli, who for many years served as the Honorary Solicitor to FAW (Victoria) Inc. One copy of each story is required; more than one entry per author may be submitted.

Phone
(03) 94315573
Frequency
Every year

National competition on theme ‘faraway’ seeks short stories, poetry, and illustrations from writers aged 7-18. Prizes include vouchers up to $250 towards Creative Write-it courses, including online mentorships for young people who are ‘faraway’, fantastic for rural and remote young people. Each category is divided into three age groups: 7-9, 10-13, and 14-18.

Phone
(03) 99120957
Frequency
Every year

extempore is an Australian anthology of writing, inspired by jazz and improvised music. Replaces the now-defunct extempore journal.

Phone
0407 664 202
Publisher
extempore Pty Ltd
Frequency
Yearly
Tips & General Information
Prospective contributors should familiarise themselves with the journal before submitting. Contributors are encouraged to make initial contact by email. Deadline for May issue: Jan 15th, for November issue: July 15th.

Eureka Street is published by Jesuit Publications and is a magazine of public affairs, the arts and theology. It published in print from 1991 to 2006 and became online only in May 2006.

Phone
(03) 94219666
Publisher
Jesuit Communications Australia
Frequency
Daily
Tips & General Information
We value excellent writing that demonstrates a humane, ethical perspective. Visit the website and familiarise yourself with the style and content of Eureka Street articles before submitting. Articles of a topical nature will be given priority.

Etchings is a creative arts journazine produced in Melbourne. It features short fiction, poetry, personal essays, art and photography by established and emerging writers and artists from Australia and overseas.

Phone
(03) 95292393
Publisher
Ilura Press
Frequency
Two issues per year
Tips & General Information
Please limit submissions to three prose pieces (max 5,000 words per piece), or three images. Poetry submissions should include at least three, but no more than six poems.

Editors Victoria is Australia’s oldest and largest association for professional editors. It provides opportunities for professional development, and aims to establish and maintain high standards of editing while advocating for member and associate-member editors. A directory of freelance editors is available on the website.

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Behind extraordinary ideas, there are extraordinary people. Dumbo Feather is a magazine about these people. Each issue, scours the globe for those with the drive to make a difference. Dumbo Feather seeks out those who inspire us, those who excite us, and those who thrill us with possibility.

Phone
+61 3 8534 8014
Frequency
Quarterly

In late 2013, Star News Group acquired the Dandenong Journal. The companies’ Star Greater Dandenong publication has been merged into the Dandenong Journal, creating a regional publication with a proud history and wide support of both readers and local business.

Phone
(03) 59450666
Publisher
Star News Group
Frequency
Weekly

Crime Writers’ Association of Australia was formed to promote and publicise Australian crime fiction and to organise the annual Ned Kelly Awards for excellence in crime writing.

Delivered within the Ballarat, Buninyong and Creswick region. Topics of interest: local, real estate, motoring, and any material with a Ballarat angle.

Phone
(03) 53201254
Publisher
Fairfax Regional Media
Frequency
Daily
Tips & General Information
Material must be concise and of interest to those in the region.

Club Marine Magazine is a glossy publication of Club Marine insurance, comprising of editorial and advertising. Topics include all aspects of water sports, sailing, cruising, power boating, holiday destinations, waterskiing, diving and fishing.

Phone
(03) 85911950
Publisher
Club Marine Limited
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Commissions the best photographers to illustrate water-associated activities from around the world.

National magazine of Friends of the Earth Australia. It promotes Friends of the Earth goals for an ecologically sustainable, socially-just future.

Phone
(03) 94198700
Publisher
Friends of the Earth Australia
Frequency
Three issues per year
Tips & General Information
Interested in articles on Australian and international grass-roots activism. Investigative/research articles also encouraged.