Swinburne Writers Festival

Event details

This 2-day festival brings together an eclectic range of over 20 writing industry professionals from novelists to non-fiction writers, from screenwriters to journalists and producers and publishers to provide current industry perspectives and Swinburne alumni voices.

On day 1, come along for one or more panel sessions, and the chance to pitch your project ideas.

Lunch and morning tea provided for those attending on the first day.

On day 2, there are 6 specialist masterclass/workshops with limited places available.

Festival is free but bookings are essential.

If attending any or all sessions on day one, please choose 'general admission' tickets. For workshops on the second day, please book single session tickets.

This is a community-run event and not organised by Council. No responsibility is taken for incorrect information, changes, or cancellations

Reading, writing and books

Community-run events

Talks and interest groups

Young adults

Adults

Seniors

Contact

Jacqui Ross

[email protected]

Event date:

Wed 21 Oct – Thu 22 Oct

Location:

Level 3, AMDC Building Swinburne University

Price:

Free

10/21/2026 9:00 am 10/22/2026 4:30 pm Swinburne Writers Festival This 2-day festival brings together an eclectic range of over 20 writing industry professionals from novelists to non-fiction writers, from screenwriters to journalists and producers and publishers to provide current industry perspectives and Swinburne alumni voices.On day 1, come along for one or more panel sessions, and the chance to pitch your project ideas.Lunch and morning tea provided for those attending on the first day.On day 2, there are 6 specialist masterclass/workshops with limited places available.Festival is free but bookings are essential.If attending any or all sessions on day one, please choose 'general admission' tickets. For workshops on the second day, please book single session tickets. Level 3, AMDC Building Swinburne University John Street, Hawthorn VIC 3122 City of Boroondara [email protected] Australia/Melbourne public cc0402c8-b6a8-46ce-9afe-d939d522b83f Add to Calendar