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Welcome to our virtual hub for Mornington Peninsula and surrounds aspiring and published writers.
Local scribes, supportive vibes.
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Write in company, plan for writing success, inspire and be inspired by others, and stay keep connected.
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Writer in Residence is our annual, members only writing competition offering our members the opportunity to showcase their writing and win cash prizes and a paid writing retreat.
The Peninsula Writers’ Club connects, encourages and enriches amateur, aspiring and professional writers (and readers) across Victoria’s beautiful Mornington Peninsula and surrounds.
Our mission is to actively promote and facilitate a vibrant literary voice, enhancing the skills of writers, and contributing to the creative culture and storytelling of the Mornington Peninsula and surrounding communities.
Featured Stories
Big Day Out by Kim Robyn Smith
‘Come on, Margaret,’ Joan said. ‘Just walk out with this group.’ With Joan at her heels, Margaret obeyed and shuffled out with the aid of her walker. The two elderly friends tottered down the footpath and turned into the main street of Hastings. ‘Let’s look in the...
CYCLE CULTURE by Kim Robyn Smith
They gather at the Homemaker Centre. Large groups congregate, dictated by ability. Pink lycra- clad ladies hover in anticipation of the beginner’s cruise. The cyclists meander out onto the Nepean Highway. A single bright beam streams from the front and rear of each...
COOLART WETLANDS By Kim Robyn Smith
‘Hurry up, Jade!’ said one of the boys behind me. ‘Just wait!’ I said. Several kids pushed in excitement, eager to have fun on the school excursion. Miss Hammond told us to be patient. We piled out of the bus. I held my hand to my forehead like a sun visor and looked...
Peninsula Writers’ Club has been wonderful for me, a writer of stories and poems in my retirement. Stimulating to be with younger, like minded people listening to author talks over dinner and a glass of wine
We welcome all writers, from beginners to the already-published, from novelists and bloggers to poets and journalists.
We promote and encourage the unique voice of writers of all abilities on the Mornington Peninsula and surrounds, and encourage connections and support in a safe environment.
The Peninsula Writers’ Club:
encourages writers in the creation of original works
fosters confidence and creativity through building connections, skills development and collaborations
forms a community of mutual support and fellowship based on creative endeavours.
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