Victoria

The Australian Booksellers Association is a not-for-profit service organisation, representing the interests and shared aims of Australian booksellers.

Phone
(03) 98597322

Aims to improve the quality of indexing in Australia and New Zealand; to promote the training, professional development, status and interests of indexers; to act as an advisory body on indexing to which authors, editors, publishers and others may apply for guidance; and to establish relationships with other bodies with related interests.

Phone
(02) 47398199

Peer-reviewed journal publishing original work in any area of gerontology and geriatric medicine.

Phone
(03) 92743167
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia Pty Ltd
Frequency
Quarterly
Tips & General Information
International submissions welcome, especially from authors in the Asia-Pacific.
Extremely detailed submission guidelines so be sure to refer before submitting.

The official journal of the Australian Biotechnology Association, containing news, business, regulation, science and technology.

Phone
(03) 98281414
Publisher
AusBiotech
Frequency
Quarterly
Tips & General Information
Phone first to discuss your idea. Each edition has a theme.

Magazine servicing the Australian commercial and government marine industry. Aimed at supplying Australasia’s professional fisherman with the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding the products, personalities and politics that affect their industry.

Phone
(03) 98246065
Publisher
Baird Maritime
Frequency
Monthly
Tips & General Information
Uses regular writers, but will consider ideas for stories pitched at readership. Not interested in leisure boats or second hand boats or equipment.

Publishes technical mining and metallurgical information, updates on the industry and issues facing professionals today.

Phone
(03) 96586100
Publisher
The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
The AUSIMM Bulletin is targeted to individuals within the mining industry rather than companies. Submissions should be interesting and pertinent to the industry, and should be technical in nature.

Professional mass market science fiction/fantasy magazine.

Phone
(03) 98895447
Publisher
Chimaera Publications
Frequency
Two issues per year
Tips & General Information
Hard copies will not be responded to. Please see website for guidelines and further information.

Association for the Study of Australian Literature (ASAL) promotes the study of Australian writing. It holds annual conferences and mini-conferences and publishes the association’s journal, JASAL. Members receive discounts on ASAL conferences and join the ASAL global email list.

Phone
(03) 92517109

The Asialink Writing Residency Program is a unique opportunity for Australian writers to live and work for an extended period in Asia. Grants of up to $12,000 cover travel, living and project expenses, and give recipients the opportunity for international cultural exchange, in-depth research and sustained time on creative work.

Phone
(03) 83444800

Asia and Pacific Writers Network is an alliance of individuals and organisations that work with language and writing in all their forms. The Network is an initiative of Melbourne PEN and supported by International PEN dedicated to the presentation and promotion of the region’s writings. The multilingual website publishes editions of writing from guest editors; news and announcements from across the region; and a directory listing writing resources.

Arts Victoria is the Victorian Government body charged with advising on and implementing arts policy, developing the arts and cultural industries across the state and ensuring access to the arts for all Victorians. Arts Victoria supports the arts and cultural industries to encourage excellence, develop good ideas, build audiences, encourage participation and improve facilities.

Phone
(03) 86833100

Focuses on interior architecture and design, textile design, product design, exhibition design and graphic design, and provides designers with news and information on current trends and projects.

Phone
(03) 86991000
Publisher
Architecture Media Pty Ltd
Frequency
Quarterly
Tips & General Information
Read publication for style and typical content. Contact to enquire about editorial guidelines before making any submission.
Is endorsed by the Design Institute of Australia (DIA) and the Australian Institute of Architects.

Ten minute play competition. Black box theatre style no longer than 1500 words. Radio plays, monologues, comedy, drama, youth plays encouraged.

Organiser
ARK Theatre

This is an editing service for those who wish to make their writing shine. Ariel Editing offers manuscript appraisal, copy editing and proofreading across genre. With fifteen years’ experience, Katia has nurtured countless beginner writers to publication, as well as helping established writers polish their work. From large-structural editing to the tweaking of syntax and punctuation, Katia helps individuals and organisations to meet their writing goals.

Features Australian and international political, social and cultural commentary from a critical and/or left perspective.

Phone
(03) 94160232
Publisher
Arena Publications
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Topical, critical commentaries sought from a left perspective. Avoid use of heavy academic jargon in order to increase accessibility. The material should be critical and engaging. If submitting by email send as RTF, include postal address and credit you would like if published eg Chris Bloggs is in social and political studies at Snedden University. Everyone involved with Arena works voluntarily as part of a commitment to a co-operative political culture. See website for current editorial contacts.

Official magazine of the Australian Institute of Architects showcasing architecture in Australia and work by Australian architects overseas. Features trends in architectural design, practice and technology, the latest projects and award-winning works, and industry news and politics.

Phone
(03) 86991000
Publisher
Architecture Media Pty Ltd
Frequency
Six issues per year
Tips & General Information
Publishes Australian architects writing about their work, as well as academic critiques.

Contains industry news, conference, book and exhibition reviews, profiles of respected architects, product news, ESD features and features of award-winning architecture from around the country.

Phone
(03) 99484900
Publisher
Niche Media Pty Ltd
Frequency
Quarterly
Tips & General Information
Commissions all work.

Official publication of The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance, a vocational educator for the insurance sector since 1884. Topics of interest: insurance, technical, legal, globalisation, CRM, e-business, financial services.

Phone
(03) 96137200
Publisher
Matheson Publishing
Frequency
Five issues per year
Tips & General Information
All contributions to the publication are reviewed by the Institute Journal Advisory Council before being accepted for publication.

Refereed publication covering law and social issues, law reform, human rights and legal education.

Phone
(03) 99053362
Publisher
Legal Service Bulletin Co-operative Ltd
Frequency
Quarterly
Tips & General Information
Interested in receiving critical or analytical articles on the operation of law in society, particularly in areas of human rights, welfare, access to justice, social justice. Articles are refereed prior to acceptance. See website for editorial contacts.

The Alexandra Eildon Marysville Standard newspaper is a weekly publication. Its primary circulation includes, Alexandra, Eildon, Merton, Yarck, Buxton, Narbethong, Marysville, Taggerty and Thornton. Topics of interest: local and antional news, lifestyle.

Phone
(03) 57721002
Publisher
Alexandra Newspapers
Frequency
Weekly

In publication since 1854. Melbourne and Victoria’s premier broadsheet newspaper, committed to providing compelling quality journalism that continues to attract an influential and discerning readership. Topics of interest include daily news, world news, business, sport, IT, opinion, money and investment, travel, books, motoring, arts, poetry.

Phone
(03) 86672250
Publisher
The Age Company Ltd
Frequency
Daily

Official publication of the Australian Education Union, representing workers of the public education sector throughout Australia. A full-colour 32 page, A4 magazine of news, opinion, in-depth features and behind-the-scenes information on the union, its campaigns and the issues that affect members. Features articles on educational matters, topical issues and cultural reviews (books, film, etc) relevant to teachers and other education workers.

Phone
(03) 94172822; 1800 013 387
Publisher
Australian Education Union
Frequency
Eight issues per year
Tips & General Information
Submissions generally on commission.

Journal of religious opinion, predominantly orthodox Catholic.

Phone
(03) 98160800
Publisher
Thomas Moore Centre
Frequency
Monthly
Tips & General Information
AD 2000 is an independent journal of religious opinion. Rarely accepts freelance submissions. Check the website to get an idea of the style, length and content of articles published.

Readership mainly doctors using nutritional and environmental medicine in their practices. Interested in original or review articles on this topic.

Phone
(03) 95970363
Publisher
Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine
Frequency
Three issues per year
Tips & General Information
Material should be suitable for a scientifically trained audience.
Category

ACER Press is the publishing arm of the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) which is a national educational research and development agency. Established in 1930, it is an independent, not-for-profit company. ACER Press publishes in print and online formats. Specialisation: Education, psychology, human resources, parenting education.