Youth Writing Saturday

A creative writing workshop for young people (Grades 7-12) held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

Youth Writing Saturday sessions will take your budding young writer on an adventure through their imagination, as they write and create their very own stories, worlds, characters and more. Let us inspire them to take their first steps as a creative storyteller and join a supportive community - whether you are a self-publishing savant or an eager bookworm, Youth Writing Saturday provides a space where you can find your tribe.

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Queensland Writers Centre tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

Format

This is a face-to-face workshop for young writers (Grades 7-12) with a focus on craft; it will be held in-person at Queensland Writers Centre. It is a program for writers of all levels.

Queensland Writers Centre Youth Membership

Attendance at Youth Writing Saturday events is 100% free for Queensland Writers Centre Youth Members. In partnership with Express Media, our Youth Membership provides support and development opportunities for young writers. Visit our website to sign up and find out more: www.expressmedia.org.au/product/express-media-queensland-writers-centre-membership-for-under-25s/

Non-members can attend Youth Writing Saturday with a paid ticket each session.

For more information about Queensland Writers Centre’s Program of Events and answers to FAQs, please visit: www.queenslandwriters.org.au/program-info

A creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

The March theme for Youth Writing Saturdays is Creatures of the Wild.

This month's theme for Youth Writing Saturdays was inspired by the beautiful wildlife in Australia and around the world. Whether you admire the chortling magpie or the swinging orangutan, wild animals have always been a source of inspiration for storytellers. In our "Creatures of the Wild" workshop, young writers are invited to write their own tales inspired by their favourite creatures.

About the workshop

Youth Writing Saturdays is a creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Please ensure you select the right ticket type for yourself or your child:

• Grades 7-9: 10am -11:30am

• Grades 10-12: 1pm - 2:30pm

Learning outcomes

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

For parents and caretakers

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students during their sessions.

Conditions Of Entry & COVID-19 | FAQs | Terms | Program Guide

A creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

The February theme for Youth Writing Saturdays is Retelling Tales.

Calling all the fantasy, fairy tale, and mythology lovers! Some story endings leave us teary, and some leave us laughing. But some endings leave us wondering… What if?

What if Cinderella never lost her glass slipper? What if Pandora never opened the box? In our "Retelling Tales" workshop, young writers will be able to create their own spin on their favourite tales and explore the stories that left them wondering what would have happened if they had written them differently.

About the workshop

Youth Writing Saturdays is a creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Please ensure you select the right ticket type for yourself or your child:

• Grades 7-9: 10am -11:30am

• Grades 10-12: 1pm - 2:30pm

Learning outcomes

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

For parents and caretakers

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students during their sessions.

Conditions Of Entry & COVID-19 | FAQs | Terms | Program Guide

A creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

After a successful year, we are excited to announce that Youth Writing Saturdays will be introducing themed sessions for 2022. The program will continue to be free for members, and held here at our workshop space. To kick it off, our January theme is Queensland Summer.

This theme is in celebration of summer in our beautiful home of Queensland. Mangoes by the pool, frangipanis on sidewalks, afternoon thunderstorms, and a good beach read — these are some of the things that make summer in the Sunshine State special to us. In our "Queensland Summer" workshop, students will draw inspiration from the season to write about their own relationship with summer in Queensland.

About the workshop

Youth Writing Saturdays is a creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Please ensure you select the right ticket type for yourself or your child:

• Grades 7-9: 10am -11:30am

• Grades 10-12: 1pm - 2:30pm

Learning outcomes

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

For parents and caretakers

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students during their sessions.

Conditions Of Entry & COVID-19 | FAQs | Terms | Program Guide

A free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

About the workshop:

Youth Writing Saturdays is a free, monthly creative writing workshop for young people held at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

— Connor and Sebastian

For parents and caretakers:

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students from 10-11:30.

Terms of Participation

Please stay at home if you or your child are feeling unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath.

Arrive at 10:00am and sign in through the Check In QLD app at State Library front desk, then proceed to Floor 2 and into Queensland Writers Centre.

Please do not bring any food or drink beside bottled water. Phones should be switched off or put on silent and stored away in a bag.

Contact details

Please contact us on 07 3842 9922 or admin@qldwriters.org.au if you have any questions.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There are several parking and transportation options:

Parking underneath State Library or Queensland Museum costs $17 per entry.

There is limited street parking available on Merivale Street, Montague Road and Hope Street at an hourly rate.

A drop-off point is located on the ring road outside SLQ, next to the bus stops.

The Cultural Precinct Busway and South Brisbane Train Station are a short walk from State Library.

What's the refund policy?

If Queensland Writers Centre cancels an event, we will try to reschedule it for a later date. If we cannot reschedule the event, or if you are unable to attend on the amended date, your payment will be refunded in full. Except in special circumstances, if you cancel a booking for, or are unable to attend an event, workshop, seminar, or course, Queensland Writers Centre cannot provide a refund. You can contact us to discuss your situation on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au

Terms and Conditions

All information is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes to the advertised program information (including course content and tutors), but if this occurs, we will try to provide as much notice as possible. We expect that all participants will behave respectfully and professionally towards their tutor and fellow students. We reserve the right to remove anyone who behaves in an aggressive or disruptive manner. If a participant is asked to leave the class on this basis, we will not offer a refund. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or expense sustained by students as a result of an event or circumstance whether arising from natural cause, human agency or beyond our control otherwise.

A free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

About the workshop:

Youth Writing Saturdays is a free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

— Connor and Sebastian

For parents and caretakers:

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students from 10-11:30.

Terms of Participation

Please stay at home if you or your child are feeling unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath.

Arrive at 10:00am and sign in through the Check In QLD app at State Library front desk, then proceed to Floor 2 and into Queensland Writers Centre.

Please do not bring any food or drink beside bottled water. Phones should be switched off or put on silent and stored away in a bag.

Contact details

Please contact us on 07 3842 9922 or admin@qldwriters.org.au if you have any questions.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There are several parking and transportation options:

Parking underneath State Library or Queensland Museum costs $17 per entry.

There is limited street parking available on Merivale Street, Montague Road and Hope Street at an hourly rate.

A drop-off point is located on the ring road outside SLQ, next to the bus stops.

The Cultural Precinct Busway and South Brisbane Train Station are a short walk from State Library.

What's the refund policy?

If Queensland Writers Centre cancels an event, we will try to reschedule it for a later date. If we cannot reschedule the event, or if you are unable to attend on the amended date, your payment will be refunded in full. Except in special circumstances, if you cancel a booking for, or are unable to attend an event, workshop, seminar, or course, Queensland Writers Centre cannot provide a refund. You can contact us to discuss your situation on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au

Terms and Conditions

All information is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes to the advertised program information (including course content and tutors), but if this occurs, we will try to provide as much notice as possible. We expect that all participants will behave respectfully and professionally towards their tutor and fellow students. We reserve the right to remove anyone who behaves in an aggressive or disruptive manner. If a participant is asked to leave the class on this basis, we will not offer a refund. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or expense sustained by students as a result of an event or circumstance whether arising from natural cause, human agency or beyond our control otherwise.

A free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

About the workshop:

Youth Writing Saturdays is a free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

— Connor and Sebastian

For parents and caretakers:

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students from 10-11:30.

Terms of Participation

Please stay at home if you or your child are feeling unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath.

Arrive at 10:00am and sign in through the Check In QLD app at State Library front desk, then proceed to Floor 2 and into Queensland Writers Centre.

Please do not bring any food or drink beside bottled water. Phones should be switched off or put on silent and stored away in a bag.

Contact details

Please contact us on 07 3842 9922 or admin@qldwriters.org.au if you have any questions.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There are several parking and transportation options:

Parking underneath State Library or Queensland Museum costs $17 per entry.

There is limited street parking available on Merivale Street, Montague Road and Hope Street at an hourly rate.

A drop-off point is located on the ring road outside SLQ, next to the bus stops.

The Cultural Precinct Busway and South Brisbane Train Station are a short walk from State Library.

What's the refund policy?

If Queensland Writers Centre cancels an event, we will try to reschedule it for a later date. If we cannot reschedule the event, or if you are unable to attend on the amended date, your payment will be refunded in full. Except in special circumstances, if you cancel a booking for, or are unable to attend an event, workshop, seminar, or course, Queensland Writers Centre cannot provide a refund. You can contact us to discuss your situation on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au

Terms and Conditions

All information is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes to the advertised program information (including course content and tutors), but if this occurs, we will try to provide as much notice as possible. We expect that all participants will behave respectfully and professionally towards their tutor and fellow students. We reserve the right to remove anyone who behaves in an aggressive or disruptive manner. If a participant is asked to leave the class on this basis, we will not offer a refund. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or expense sustained by students as a result of an event or circumstance whether arising from natural cause, human agency or beyond our control otherwise.

A free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

About the workshop:

Youth Writing Saturdays is a free, monthly creative writing workshop for young people held at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

— Connor and Sebastian

For parents and caretakers:

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students from 10-11:30.

Terms of Participation

Please stay at home if you or your child are feeling unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath.

Arrive at 10:00am and sign in through the Check In QLD app at State Library front desk, then proceed to Floor 2 and into Queensland Writers Centre.

Please do not bring any food or drink beside bottled water. Phones should be switched off or put on silent and stored away in a bag.

Contact details

Please contact us on 07 3842 9922 or admin@qldwriters.org.au if you have any questions.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There are several parking and transportation options:

Parking underneath State Library or Queensland Museum costs $17 per entry.

There is limited street parking available on Merivale Street, Montague Road and Hope Street at an hourly rate.

A drop-off point is located on the ring road outside SLQ, next to the bus stops.

The Cultural Precinct Busway and South Brisbane Train Station are a short walk from State Library.

What's the refund policy?

If Queensland Writers Centre cancels an event, we will try to reschedule it for a later date. If we cannot reschedule the event, or if you are unable to attend on the amended date, your payment will be refunded in full. Except in special circumstances, if you cancel a booking for, or are unable to attend an event, workshop, seminar, or course, Queensland Writers Centre cannot provide a refund. You can contact us to discuss your situation on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au

Terms and Conditions

All information is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes to the advertised program information (including course content and tutors), but if this occurs, we will try to provide as much notice as possible. We expect that all participants will behave respectfully and professionally towards their tutor and fellow students. We reserve the right to remove anyone who behaves in an aggressive or disruptive manner. If a participant is asked to leave the class on this basis, we will not offer a refund. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or expense sustained by students as a result of an event or circumstance whether arising from natural cause, human agency or beyond our control otherwise.

A free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

About the workshop:

Youth Writing Saturdays is a free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

— Connor and Sebastian

For parents and caretakers:

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students from 10-11:30.

Terms of Participation

Please stay at home if you or your child are feeling unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath.

Arrive at 10:00am and sign in through the Check In QLD app at State Library front desk, then proceed to Floor 2 and into Queensland Writers Centre.

Please do not bring any food or drink beside bottled water. Phones should be switched off or put on silent and stored away in a bag.

Contact details

Please contact us on 07 3842 9922 or admin@qldwriters.org.au if you have any questions.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There are several parking and transportation options:

Parking underneath State Library or Queensland Museum costs $17 per entry.

There is limited street parking available on Merivale Street, Montague Road and Hope Street at an hourly rate.

A drop-off point is located on the ring road outside SLQ, next to the bus stops.

The Cultural Precinct Busway and South Brisbane Train Station are a short walk from State Library.

What's the refund policy?

If Queensland Writers Centre cancels an event, we will try to reschedule it for a later date. If we cannot reschedule the event, or if you are unable to attend on the amended date, your payment will be refunded in full. Except in special circumstances, if you cancel a booking for, or are unable to attend an event, workshop, seminar, or course, Queensland Writers Centre cannot provide a refund. You can contact us to discuss your situation on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au

Terms and Conditions

All information is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes to the advertised program information (including course content and tutors), but if this occurs, we will try to provide as much notice as possible. We expect that all participants will behave respectfully and professionally towards their tutor and fellow students. We reserve the right to remove anyone who behaves in an aggressive or disruptive manner. If a participant is asked to leave the class on this basis, we will not offer a refund. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or expense sustained by students as a result of an event or circumstance whether arising from natural cause, human agency or beyond our control otherwise.

A free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

About the workshop:

Youth Writing Saturdays is a free, monthly creative writing workshop for young people held at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

— Connor and Sebastian

For parents and caretakers:

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students from 10-11:30.

Terms of Participation

Please stay at home if you or your child are feeling unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath.

Arrive at 10:00am and sign in through the Check In QLD app at State Library front desk, then proceed to Floor 2 and into Queensland Writers Centre.

Please do not bring any food or drink beside bottled water. Phones should be switched off or put on silent and stored away in a bag.

Contact details

Please contact us on 07 3842 9922 or admin@qldwriters.org.au if you have any questions.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There are several parking and transportation options:

Parking underneath State Library or Queensland Museum costs $17 per entry.

There is limited street parking available on Merivale Street, Montague Road and Hope Street at an hourly rate.

A drop-off point is located on the ring road outside SLQ, next to the bus stops.

The Cultural Precinct Busway and South Brisbane Train Station are a short walk from State Library.

What's the refund policy?

If Queensland Writers Centre cancels an event, we will try to reschedule it for a later date. If we cannot reschedule the event, or if you are unable to attend on the amended date, your payment will be refunded in full. Except in special circumstances, if you cancel a booking for, or are unable to attend an event, workshop, seminar, or course, Queensland Writers Centre cannot provide a refund. You can contact us to discuss your situation on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au

Terms and Conditions

All information is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes to the advertised program information (including course content and tutors), but if this occurs, we will try to provide as much notice as possible. We expect that all participants will behave respectfully and professionally towards their tutor and fellow students. We reserve the right to remove anyone who behaves in an aggressive or disruptive manner. If a participant is asked to leave the class on this basis, we will not offer a refund. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or expense sustained by students as a result of an event or circumstance whether arising from natural cause, human agency or beyond our control otherwise.

A free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

About the workshop:

Youth Writing Saturdays is a free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

— Connor and Sebastian

For parents and caretakers:

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students from 10-11:30.

Terms of Participation

Please stay at home if you or your child are feeling unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath.

Book only when you are sure you can come. If you cannot come please forfeit your booking 24+ hours in advance. Refunds will not be given any later than 24 hours in advance.

Arrive at 10:00am and sign in through the Sine portal at State Library front desk, then proceed to Floor 2 and into Queensland Writers Centre.

Please do not bring any food or drink beside bottled water. Phones should be switched off or put on silent and stored away in a bag.

Contact details

Please contact us on 07 3842 9922 or admin@qldwriters.org.au if you have any questions.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There are several parking and transportation options:

Parking underneath State Library or Queensland Museum costs $17 per entry.

There is limited street parking available on Merivale Street, Montague Road and Hope Street at an hourly rate.

A drop-off point is located on the ring road outside SLQ, next to the bus stops.

The Cultural Precinct Busway and South Brisbane Train Station are a short walk from State Library.

What's the refund policy?

If Queensland Writers Centre cancels an event, we will try to reschedule it for a later date. If we cannot reschedule the event, or if you are unable to attend on the amended date, your payment will be refunded in full. Except in special circumstances, if you cancel a booking for, or are unable to attend an event, workshop, seminar, or course, Queensland Writers Centre cannot provide a refund. You can contact us to discuss your situation on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au

Terms and Conditions

All information is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes to the advertised program information (including course content and tutors), but if this occurs, we will try to provide as much notice as possible. We expect that all participants will behave respectfully and professionally towards their tutor and fellow students. We reserve the right to remove anyone who behaves in an aggressive or disruptive manner. If a participant is asked to leave the class on this basis, we will not offer a refund. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or expense sustained by students as a result of an event or circumstance whether arising from natural cause, human agency or beyond our control otherwise.

This event has been cancelled due to the South-East Queensland lockdown. Queensland Writers Centre will be closed for the duration of the lockdown, which is in effect from 4PM Saturday 31 July to 4PM Sunday 8 August.

Please see QLD Health for updates on the South-East Queensland lockdown: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19/current-status/public-health-directions/restrictions-impacted-areas

A free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

About the workshop:

Youth Writing Saturdays is a free, monthly creative writing workshop for young people held at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

— Connor and Sebastian

For parents and caretakers:

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students from 10-11:30.

Terms of Participation

Please stay at home if you or your child are feeling unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath.

Book only when you are sure you can come. If you cannot come please forfeit your booking 24+ hours in advance. Refunds will not be given any later than 24 hours in advance.

Arrive at 10:00am and sign in through the Sine portal at State Library front desk, then proceed to Floor 2 and into Queensland Writers Centre.

Please do not bring any food or drink beside bottled water. Phones should be switched off or put on silent and stored away in a bag.

Contact details

Please contact us on 07 3842 9922 or admin@qldwriters.org.au if you have any questions.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There are several parking and transportation options:

Parking underneath State Library or Queensland Museum costs $17 per entry.

There is limited street parking available on Merivale Street, Montague Road and Hope Street at an hourly rate.

A drop-off point is located on the ring road outside SLQ, next to the bus stops.

The Cultural Precinct Busway and South Brisbane Train Station are a short walk from State Library.

What's the refund policy?

If Queensland Writers Centre cancels an event, we will try to reschedule it for a later date. If we cannot reschedule the event, or if you are unable to attend on the amended date, your payment will be refunded in full. Except in special circumstances, if you cancel a booking for, or are unable to attend an event, workshop, seminar, or course, Queensland Writers Centre cannot provide a refund. You can contact us to discuss your situation on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au

Terms and Conditions

All information is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes to the advertised program information (including course content and tutors), but if this occurs, we will try to provide as much notice as possible. We expect that all participants will behave respectfully and professionally towards their tutor and fellow students. We reserve the right to remove anyone who behaves in an aggressive or disruptive manner. If a participant is asked to leave the class on this basis, we will not offer a refund. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or expense sustained by students as a result of an event or circumstance whether arising from natural cause, human agency or beyond our control otherwise.

COVID-19 update: As per Queensland Government advice, you must wear a mask during your visit unless you have a lawful reason not to. Stay up-to-date with the latest COVID-19 information at https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/alerts.

A free creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

About the workshop:

Youth Writing Saturdays is a free, monthly creative writing workshop for young people held at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

— Connor and Sebastian

For parents and caretakers:

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students from 10-11:30.

Terms of Participation

Please stay at home if you or your child are feeling unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath.

Book only when you are sure you can come. If you cannot come please forfeit your booking 24+ hours in advance. Refunds will not be given any later than 24 hours in advance.

Arrive at 10:00am and sign in through the Sine portal at State Library front desk, then proceed to Floor 2 and into Queensland Writers Centre.

Please do not bring any food or drink beside bottled water. Phones should be switched off or put on silent and stored away in a bag.

Contact details

Please contact us on 07 3842 9922 or admin@qldwriters.org.au if you have any questions.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There are several parking and transportation options:

Parking underneath State Library or Queensland Museum costs $17 per entry.

There is limited street parking available on Merivale Street, Montague Road and Hope Street at an hourly rate.

A drop-off point is located on the ring road outside SLQ, next to the bus stops.

The Cultural Precinct Busway and South Brisbane Train Station are a short walk from State Library.

What's the refund policy?

If Queensland Writers Centre cancels an event, we will try to reschedule it for a later date. If we cannot reschedule the event, or if you are unable to attend on the amended date, your payment will be refunded in full. Except in special circumstances, if you cancel a booking for, or are unable to attend an event, workshop, seminar, or course, Queensland Writers Centre cannot provide a refund. You can contact us to discuss your situation on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au

Terms and Conditions

All information is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes to the advertised program information (including course content and tutors), but if this occurs, we will try to provide as much notice as possible. We expect that all participants will behave respectfully and professionally towards their tutor and fellow students. We reserve the right to remove anyone who behaves in an aggressive or disruptive manner. If a participant is asked to leave the class on this basis, we will not offer a refund. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or expense sustained by students as a result of an event or circumstance whether arising from natural cause, human agency or beyond our control otherwise.