Program Information

General

TYPES OF QUEENSLAND WRITERS CENTRE EVENTS

Delivery:

• Face-to-face: held with an in-person class, usually at Queensland Writers Centre

• Live stream: live streamed to an online audience

• Hybrid: an interactive live stream of a workshop being held in-person

Membership ticket prices

Discounts of up to 30% off Queensland Writers Centre’s Program of Events (as well as competition and program entries, writer’s services and more) are available for members. Member priced tickets are available to select as the Member Admission option on our Event pages.

A limited amount of further discounted Early Bird tickets are available on most face-to-face events for members booking more than 1 month prior to the event.

Queensland Writers Centre membership will be confirmed on arrival at workshops (or before for live stream events). In the event it isn't current, membership will need to be arranged on the day.

BOOKING PERIOD

Registrations for Queensland Writers Centre events - both live stream and face-to-face events - usually close at 4:00pm the business day prior to the event. Some events may close earlier so please check the Eventbrite listing.

Minimum age requirements

Unless otherwise stated, Queensland Writers Centre workshops and events are suitable for participants aged 16 years and over. If you are under 18 years of age, please check with us for suitability before purchasing a ticket. 

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 on request, 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.

Get in touch

You can contact us by phone on (07) 3842 9922 or email us at info@qldwriters.org.au.

Face-to-Face Events

Transport/parking

Most Queensland Writers Centre events are located at Queensland Writers Centre on Level 2 of the State Library of Queensland, Cultural Centre, Stanley Place, South Brisbane QLD 4101.

Many major public transport networks are available nearby, including the Cultural Centre busway station, South Bank 1 & 2 ferry terminals, and South Brisbane train station.

Limited parking is available in the Cultural Centre complex (including State Library, QAGOMA, and Queensland Museum, QPAC) for $17 per entry.

More information on getting to the State Library of Queensland can be found here.

Equipment to bring

You can bring either pen and paper or a laptop along with you to write and take notes with. If you bring a laptop, please remember to bring a power adaptor if necessary. 

Live streaming and hybrid events

Queensland Writers Centre aims to provide material to its membership regardless of where they reside within Queensland by live streaming many of our events. Attendees at Queensland Writers Centre may be broadcast periodically throughout the event as recording takes place. If you wish not to be filmed, let staff know prior to the event.

For more information on tuning into a Queensland Writers Centre live stream, see the live stream information section below.

Accessibility

Queensland Writers Centre is located in the State Library of Queensland. Accessibility information is available at www.slq.qld.gov.au/plan-my-visit/hours-transport-access/access-and-inclusion.

Please contact Queensland Writers Centre ahead of your arrival with any specific accessibility requirements.

State Library of Queensland Conditions of Entry & COVID-19

Check for up to date information at www.slq.qld.gov.au/alerts.

Please note the following conditions of entry before your visit to State Library:

1. You cannot enter State Library if in the previous 14 days you have:

• returned to Australia from overseas (other than a safe travel zone country)

• been in close contact with an active COVID-19 case

• been in a COVID-19 exposure site as defined by the Chief Health Officer

• had a fever, cough, sore throat, headache, distorted sense of taste, shortness of breath, chills, vomiting or any cold/flu like symptoms in the last 72 hours.

2. From 17 December 2021, all people aged 16 years and over must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of their vaccination status. You are considered fully vaccinated once you have had your second dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine.

3. You must check in using the Check In Qld app. Your details will be stored securely by the Queensland Government and only used for contact tracing.

4. Masks will be required during your visit in line with the Queensland Government's current COVID-19 restrictions from Sunday 2 January 2022.

5. You must keep a safe distance from others.

6. EFTPOS transactions are preferred.

The conditions may be subject to change. Please check State Library of Queensland’s current information at www.slq.qld.gov.au/alerts.

Live Stream Events

Connecting to the live stream

Your access link to connect to the live stream will be provided to you via email prior to the event. Look for an email with the subject line: Live stream access – [Event Name]. This may also include event handouts and further information. Please note this is separate from your Eventbrite registration confirmation email which should automatically arrive when you make your booking.  

Most registered participants will receive the access 3-4 days prior to the event. Any last-minute registrations will receive the access link the morning of the workshop, no later than 1 hour prior to the event start time.

Your live stream access link is unique and must not be shared.

Please note that Queensland Writers Centre is unable to provide individual tech support on the day of workshops.

Platform (Zoom)

Queensland Writers Centre conducts the majority of our live stream workshops over Zoom. Please have the software installed and take the time to become familiar with the platform in advance. Please note that Queensland Writers Centre is unable to provide individual tech support on the day of workshops.

Once you’re in the Zoom room, there’s no need to have video or microphone on at any time, unless you want to. Generally you will be muted by default – please don’t unmute yourself unless invited or speak over the presenter. 

Live stream replays

If you’re unable to attend live, or would like to catch up on/review content after the session, a live stream replay will be made available for most Queensland Writers Centre live stream events (exceptions may include long form Courses staged over multiple weeks).

Replay access will be provided to participants via email before close of business the next business day following the workshop - i.e. if the workshop is held Saturday, replay access will be provided before 5:00pm Monday. The replay will be accessible for up to 7 days.

Please note you cannot purchase access to a live stream after the event - you must be booked in before registrations close.  

If you are watching the replay, please keep in mind that you won't be able to use the chat feature or ask questions to the presenter. For the best experience, we highly recommend watching live.

TIME ZONE

All Queensland Writers Centre events are advertised using Brisbane time (AEST). Please take into account differences in time zone if you are tuning in from interstate or overseas.

Hybrid and live stream only events

Many of Queensland Writers Centre’s workshops that are available to live stream are hybrid events, held in person with a class at Queensland Writers Centre and live streamed simultaneously to an online audience. Make sure to purchase the correct ticket for your preferred mode of attending the workshop.

Live stream only events are broadcast solely to an online audience.

Asking questions

A Queensland Writers Centre live stream facilitator will monitor the chat section and ask questions on behalf of the group to the tutor when possible. At most events, the instructor will also provide time to answer such questions directly from the group; however, depending on the number of class size and length of session, for the tutor to answer everyone's question within the time allocated can be a challenge, so please understand.

Preparing for events

We suggest having either a pen and paper or electronic note-taking device on hand as you watch the live stream.

Interaction in the group chat

The group chat is a fantastic way to interact and collaborate with other online participants, the live stream facilitator, and the presenter. We expect members to be courteous and respectful in the group chat. The same behaviour you would conduct yourself in person at a Queensland Writers Centre event is expected online. The live stream facilitator will remove any participants who don't abide by these rules so other participants can enjoy the event. If you are removed you will not be refunded the admission.

Video & audio quality

Every live stream is broadcasted from Queensland Writers Centre at the highest possible resolution. Your personal internet connection may affect the quality of the video and audio you see and hear live.

Program of Events - Terms

All information is correct at the time of publication. Queensland Writers Centre reserves 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.

By purchasing your ticket to a Queensland Writers Centre event you agree to the following:

• I grant permission to Queensland Writers Centre and its agents or employees to use photographs and/or video and audio taken of me. These images may be used in educational, documentary and commercial materials such as Public Service Announcements, Grant Applications, Video Documentaries, Commercial Television, Social Media, Live Streams and both printed and online newsletters and newspapers. Furthermore, I authorize the use of my image, likeness, and voice for all program promotion, materials, and any other purposes in connection with the program deemed appropriate and necessary by Queensland Writers Centre.

• I hereby agree to release, defend, and hold harmless Queensland Writers Centre and its agents or employees, including any firm publishing and/or distributing the finished product in whole or in part, whether on paper, via electronic media, or on Web sites, from any claim, damages, or liability arising from or related to the use of the photographs/video, including but not limited to any misuse, distortion, blurring, alteration, optical illusion, or use in composite form, either intentionally or otherwise, that may occur or be produced in taking, processing, reduction, or production of the finished product, its publication, or distribution.

• I have read this release, fully understanding the contents, meaning, and impact of this release. I understand that I am free to address any specific questions regarding this release by submitting those questions in writing prior to signing, and I agree that my failure to do so will be interpreted as a free and knowledgeable acceptance of the terms of this release.

• I have read, understood, and agree to the State Library of Queensland's Conditions of Entry outlined or linked on the event page for the event I am attending.