Our timetable of workshops, meetups and events

VIRUS/COVID safe gatherings

The health and safety of all of our members and guests is of utmost importance to us. Where required, our events will be compliant with any health guidelines and we ask our participants to adhere to any health and safety measures that may be in place at the time. We would appreciate it if members stay at home if they have a communicable disease.

Cancellation Policy

All bookings are confirmed upon full payment to Peninsula Writers’ Club.

Refunds

Bookings that are cancelled by the purchaser will be refunded in accordance with the timeframes below:

Within 5 days of the event – no refund
Within 6 – 10 days of the event – 50% refund
Over 10 days before the event – full refund (less applicable merchant processing fee)

Cancellations

Peninsula Writers’ Club reserves the right to cancel and/or reschedule any activity due to lack of bookings, venue or public safety changes up to two days prior to an event or workshop.

Upcoming Workshops + Events

Our Write In and Night Write sessions are held throughout the year and are open to members only. Bookings are not required, but if you are a member of our private Facebook group, The Ink Tank, we ask that you let us know you are coming in the event post comments.

Workshop bookings are open to members and the general public.

Each year, our workshops and events are announced once they are confirmed and made available here to book. Watch our for our 2026 program in the New Year.

OUR WEEKEND SELF-EDITING AND SELF-PUBLISHING BOOTCAMP

Held on Saturday June 20th (The Art of Self-Editing Fiction with Irma Gold) , and Sunday June 21st (The Indie Author’s Playbook for Success with Heidi Catherine) was hugely successful.

NOW SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR FINAL WORKSHOP FOR THE YEAR

TECHNOLOGY FOR WRITERS WITH ALEC CLEWS

Over the years writers have been obsessed with the tools of their craft, from the hand-cut quill pen to fountain pens and typewriters. Now we use computers. They allow us to be more productive, create and submit electronic manuscripts, and organise complex writing projects.

But many writers struggle more than they should, and will struggle a lot less when they’ve done Alec’s workshop.

Afterwards you will be more comfortable with the basics of using using computers and information technology. For example:

* Creating and managing writing projects
* Protecting manuscripts from loss and corruption
* Collaborating and sharing work with others
* Using tools to improve the quality of the work and increase productivity.

This workshop aims to provide a basic, but comprehensive, introduction to technology as the foundation for further learning and better writing.

Alec is our club Technical Officer with many years experience in the IT industry.

Bookings will open soon.

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Our Recent Share Your Story Night

SHARE YOUR STORY NIGHT

We hold Share Your Story Night regularly throughout the year for members. This is an opportunity to socialise and receive feedback on our work. Prose, memoir, poetry, technical, and academic writing – all are welcome. Readers have 2 minutes to introduce their work and 5 minutes to read with feedback, if desired.

PLEASE NOTE – Photos will be taken at all our events and used to promote our activities with the wider community via social media, our website and electronic communication. Anyone who does not wish for their photo to be taken and/or used for these purposes is to inform a member of the Peninsula Writers’ Club Committee or the host of the event upon arrival.

Write In + Night Write sessions

Peninsula Writers’ Club writing meetups for members occur at Mornington Community House and Mount Martha House.

Note:These monthly meetups are member only events

FRIDAY – WRITE IN sessions are held on the last Friday of the month (excluding public holidays when they are brought forward one week) from 10am to 2pm at Mornington Community House, 3/91 Wilsons Road Mornington.

Admission is covered in your annual membership fee. Write at your own pace, with quiet scheduled writing time and motivating company, while you share milestones and hear all the latest news and opportunities. Establish your own sense of accountability, connection and inspiration. Hang out with other members and share ideas and challenges.

BYO lunch or visit off-site cafes. Tea and coffee supplied at the venue.

Bookings are not required.

WiFi available.

THURSDAY – NIGHT WRITE sessions are held on the second Thursday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30pm, at Mount Martha House, 466 Esplanade, Mt Martha.

Bring your laptops and notebooks for writing in company in the evening. Ideal for members who work or have day time commitments. Bring your own nibbles and catch up with other members in a stunning location with views across Port Phillip Bay.

Admission is covered in your annual membership fee.

BYO snacks or dinner. Tea and coffee supplied at the venue.

Bookings are not required.

WiFi available.

ONLINE SESSIONS (ZOOM WRITE) are on the first Wednesday of the month from 7 until 8pm. If you’d like to be included, contact hello@peninsulawritersclub.com.au.

Scroll down to see all the dates for our Write In and Night Write sessions for the year.