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Be Your Own Editor   
WEA Hunter

Newcastle
King St, Newcastle

Learn to do basic editing work on your own writing to make it more readable. A refresher in grammar and expression will be given. In a supportive atmosphere we'll look at the most common pitfalls in writing and structure. You'll gain skills in detecting and fixing those problems and learn where to concentrate the most attention for your own writing in the future. You'll learn about setting up style sheets, ensuring consistency, proofreading and knowing when it's time to call in the professionals for major rescue work. Please bring some of your writing to work on. ...

Cost: $79.00
Duration: 180 Minutes x 2 Sessions
Next Class: 18 October 2008 - 9:00 AM
Phone: 02 4925 4200
Email: enrolments@weahunter.com.au
Web: www.weahunter.com.au

Beginning Writer's Workshop   
Continuing Education Bendigo

If you've always wanted to write but have no idea where to start, this course will demystify the process for you. You'll get a taste of the writing life, improve your writing skills, and develop new ways to stretch your creative muscles. This exciting, hands-on course for the creative writing novice is filled with challenging exercises, expert advice, and plenty of direct support and encouragement. As you work your way through the lessons, you'll develop your own short, creative fiction or nonfiction piece.

Cost: $160.00
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 03 5430 2100
Email: admin@cebendigo.com.au
Web: www.cebendigo.com.au

Calligraphy   
Macarthur Community College Inc

Sydney - South West
Hilder Street, Elderslie

An interesting and easy to learn course in beautiful handwriting. Learn a new style each term. Course includes colour design and layout for personal or business use.

Cost: $122.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9826 6455
Email: enquiry@macarthurcc.com.au
Web: www.macarthurcc.com.au

Creative Writing   
Geelong Community College

33 Mt Pleasant Rd, Belmont

An introduction to various aspects of writing with emphasis on practical exercises designed to explore the writing life. For those with little or no writing experience.

Cost: $90.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 10 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 03 5244 0070
Email: info@gate.vic.edu.au
Web: www.gate.vic.edu.au

Creative Writing   
Tuggerah Lakes Kincumber Community College

20-22 Kincumber Street, Kincumber

Whether you aspire to become a novelist, poet or biographer this course will develop your writing skills and guide you towards work that meets editorial requirements. Bring along something youÕve written and share constructive comments in this supportive group environment.

Cost: $99.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: 24 October 2008 - 12:30 PM
Phone: 02 4388 4574
Email: info@tlcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.tlcc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing   
Tuggerah Lakes Kincumber Community College

20-22 Kincumber Street, Kincumber

Whether you aspire to become a novelist, poet or biographer this course will develop your writing skills and guide you towards work that meets editorial requirements. Bring along something youÕve written and share constructive comments in this supportive group environment.

Cost: $99.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4388 4574
Email: info@tlcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.tlcc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing   
Tuggerah Lakes Kincumber Community College

93 McMasters Rd, Woy Woy

Whether you aspire to become a novelist, poet or biographer this course will develop your writing skills and guide you towards work that meets editorial requirements. Bring along something youÕve written and share constructive comments in this supportive group environment.

Cost: $105.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: 23 October 2008 - 11:00 AM
Phone: 02 4388 4574
Email: info@tlcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.tlcc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing   
Tuggerah Lakes Kincumber Community College

93 McMasters Rd, Woy Woy

Whether you aspire to become a novelist, poet or biographer this course will develop your writing skills and guide you towards work that meets editorial requirements. Bring along something youÕve written and share constructive comments in this supportive group environment.

Cost: $105.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4388 4574
Email: info@tlcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.tlcc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing   
Macarthur Community College Inc

Sydney - South West
Hilder Street, Elderslie

This course is ideal for those who wish to improve their skills in creative areas of writing such as fiction poetry feature articles for magazines or essay writing for school or university. Participants will be encouraged to write short pieces of their own choice and these will be workshopped under the supervision of a skilled mentor. Technical matters such as grammar narrative structure plotting and characterisation will be addressed but the emphasis will be on individual participant's flair and creativity. No prior experience is necessary.

Cost: $120.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9826 6455
Email: enquiry@macarthurcc.com.au
Web: www.macarthurcc.com.au

Creative Writing   
WEA Hunter

Newcastle
King St, Newcastle

A course for those who have always wanted to write but not known how or where to start. Learn to fire that creative imagination and translate everyday experiences and 'things' into an interesting form that others will want to read. This hands-on course starts with simple exercises which progress further, to get you started and shows how you can write with confidence and clarity. You'll have the chance to read and discuss your work in class and look at where to go from here.

Cost: $139.00
Duration: 180 Minutes x 4 Sessions
Next Class: 8 September 2008 - 6:00 PM
Phone: 02 4925 4200
Email: enrolments@weahunter.com.au
Web: www.weahunter.com.au

Creative Writing   
WEA Hunter

Newcastle
King St, Newcastle

A course for those who have always wanted to write but not known how or where to start. Learn to fire that creative imagination and translate everyday experiences and 'things' into an interesting form that others will want to read. This hands-on course starts with simple exercises which progress further, to get you started and shows how you can write with confidence and clarity. You'll have the chance to read and discuss your work in class and look at where to go from here.

Cost: $139.00
Duration: 180 Minutes x 4 Sessions
Next Class: 13 October 2008 - 6:00 PM
Phone: 02 4925 4200
Email: enrolments@weahunter.com.au
Web: www.weahunter.com.au

Creative Writing   
Eastern Suburbs Community College

Sydney - Inner City
Park Rd, Alexandria

Learn how to develop and write fiction in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere. Students will learn how to get started, characterisation, plot, theme, structure, description, dialogue, point of view, editing and preparing manuscripts. There will be readings, writing exercises and discussion. Although classes will deal primarily with writing short stories or short pieces of prose, other forms of fiction, including novels, will be considered. The course is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced writers.

Cost: $150.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9387 7400
Email: info@escc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.escc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing   
Eastern Suburbs Community College

Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
98 Bondi Rd, Bondi Junction

Learn how to develop and write fiction in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere. Students will learn how to get started, characterisation, plot, theme, structure, description, dialogue, point of view, editing and preparing manuscripts. There will be readings, writing exercises and discussion. Although classes will deal primarily with writing short stories or short pieces of prose, other forms of fiction, including novels, will be considered. The course is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced writers.

Cost: $150.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9387 7400
Email: info@escc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.escc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing   
Eastern Suburbs Community College

Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
98 Bondi Rd, Bondi Junction

Learn how to develop and write fiction in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere. Students will learn how to get started, characterisation, plot, theme, structure, description, dialogue, point of view, editing and preparing manuscripts. There will be readings, writing exercises and discussion. Although classes will deal primarily with writing short stories or short pieces of prose, other forms of fiction, including novels, will be considered. The course is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced writers.

Cost: $150.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9387 7400
Email: info@escc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.escc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing   
Eastern Suburbs Community College

Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
Barker St, Randwick

Learn how to develop and write fiction in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere. Students will learn how to get started, characterisation, plot, theme, structure, description, dialogue, point of view, editing and preparing manuscripts. There will be readings, writing exercises and discussion. Although classes will deal primarily with writing short stories or short pieces of prose, other forms of fiction, including novels, will be considered. The course is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced writers.

Cost: $150.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9387 7400
Email: info@escc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.escc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing - Advanced   
Central Coast Community College

Shirley St, Ourimbah

For the student who wants to take the next step in becoming a writer, this course allows the aspiring author to develop and tone their skills. From creating emotionally engaging characters to developing a gripping plot, this course gives lots of practical advice and insider tips on how to publish your script, find an agent and eventually find your way onto the best seller list!

Cost: $130.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4348 4300
Email: info@cccc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.cccc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing - Beginners   
Central Coast Community College

Van Stappen Rd, Wadalba

An ideal, practical guide to writing for any aspiring author. Using exercises to explore topics, we will encourage you to develop, direct and edit your creative ideas, and give you valuable guidance on how to present your work for publication.

Cost: $130.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4348 4300
Email: info@cccc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.cccc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing - Fiction & Non Fiction   
Mosman Community College

Sydney - Northern Suburbs
769 Military Rd, Mosman

Here's an opportunity to put pen to paper, pixel to screen and learn what it takes to be a writer. Start developing your ideas and learn techniques involved in writing creatively. Whether you intend to write a novel (pure fiction) or a family history (non-fiction) this course will provide an excellent foundation. This course also covers ancillary skills needed to write successfully - sourcing ideas, interviewing, self-criticism and marketing yourself and your work. If you have a laptop bring it, otherwise pen/pencil and paper will suffice. Please provide your email address when enrolling as the first assignment will ...

Cost: $222.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9968 4000
Email: mecenrol@swiftdsl.com.au
Web: www.mec.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing - Fresh Start   
The Parramatta College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
19 Monash Street, Wentworthville

This course is designed purely to help you open the doors of creativity and tap into your own potential as a writer. You will be provided with a dynamic range of writing principles techniques and exercises from which to begin whenever you want to write. Includes activities to get you into the writing habit locating sources for ideas and inspiration accessing the muse within creating scenes and visual pictures character creation and how to overcome writer's block. There will also be valuable feedback on how your writing affects others.

Cost: $95.00
Duration: 300 Minutes x 2 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9687 2072
Email: admin@parramattacollege.com.au
Web: www.parramattacollege.com.au

Creative Writing - Fresh Start   
North West Community College

Sydney - North West
419A Windsor Rd, Baulkham Hills

This course is designed purely to help you open the doors of creativity and tap into your own potential as a writer. You will be provided with a dynamic range of writing principles, techniques and exercises from which to begin, whenever you want to write. Includes activities to get you into the writing habit, locating sources for ideas and inspiration, accessing the muse within, creating scenes and visual pictures, character creation and how to overcome writers block. There will also be valuable feedback on how your writing affects others. Please bring a writing journal or notebook and a pen.

Cost: $143.00
Duration: 420 Minutes x 1 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9680 1117
Email: geteducated@nwcollege.net
Web: www.nwcollege.net

Creative Writing - Fresh Start   
North West Community College

Sydney - North West
419A Windsor Rd, Baulkham Hills

This course is designed purely to help you open the doors of creativity and tap into your own potential as a writer. You will be provided with a dynamic range of writing principles, techniques and exercises from which to begin, whenever you want to write. Includes activities to get you into the writing habit, locating sources for ideas and inspiration, accessing the muse within, creating scenes and visual pictures, character creation and how to overcome writers block. There will also be valuable feedback on how your writing affects others. Please bring a writing journal or notebook and a pen.

Cost: $143.00
Duration: 420 Minutes x 1 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9680 1117
Email: geteducated@nwcollege.net
Web: www.nwcollege.net

Creative Writing - Just write Workshops   
St George & Sutherland Community College

Sydney - Southern Suburbs
Sutherland Rd, Jannali

This eight week course is designed for writers who have a brilliant idea in mind fiction or non-fiction such as a short story memoir collection of poems or the beginnings of a novel. The classes will use exercises to get you started and help develop your voice as a writer. Topics will include: Where to begin getting detail into your writing developing your characters plot structure form and revision. Participants will be encouraged to bring samples of their work to each class to share and discuss. Please bring pen paper a scrapbook and your brilliant ideas!

Cost: $130.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9528 3344
Email: enquiries@sgscc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.sgscc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing Course   
St George & Sutherland Community College

Sydney - Southern Suburbs
Regent St, Kogarah

Together we will explore the writer within. Using guided writing exercises in a supportive encouraging environment you will discover your individual writing voice and begin to develop your own unique style of expression. So come and have fun experiencing your creative potential with the written word. Please bring pen paper and/or laptop.

Cost: $130.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9528 3344
Email: enquiries@sgscc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.sgscc.nsw.edu.au

Creative Writing For Women   
Camden Haven Community College

Bonser Lane, Laurieton

Tap into your creative treasure and get past the distractions stopping you from writing your unique stories. Ramise will teach you how to open up the flow, focus on where the real energy is and edit your work using your innate sense of harmonics.

Cost: $60.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 4 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 6559 6699
Email: chace@tsn.cc
Web: www.chace.org.au

Creative Writing For Women   
Camden Haven Community College

Bonser Lane, Laurieton

Tap into your creative treasure and get past the distractions stopping you from writing your unique stories. Ramise will teach you how to open up the flow, focus on where the real energy is and edit your work using your innate sense of harmonics.

Cost: $60.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 4 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 6559 6699
Email: chace@tsn.cc
Web: www.chace.org.au

Diploma of Author / Writer (Accredited)   
International Career Institute

Graduates typically proceed to an authorship, journalistic, copyrighter or technical writer role either independently or with a publishing house or press agency. As an authorship and writing student or graduate at ICI we are pleased to offer you the opportunity to have your very own book published via the publishing division of the Institute. Do all of this from home. At your own pace. With the support of your very own tutor. Job search assistance provided. Start Today!

Cost: $1450.00 Phone: 1300 131 582
Email: info@internationalcareerinstitute.com
Web: www.internationalcareerinstitute.com/authorwriter/

Documentary Film Making   
Eastern Suburbs Community College

Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
Barker St, Randwick

Learn about the unique processes involved in making a non-fiction documentary film. Topics include styles of documentary, background research, scriptwriting, visual storytelling, approaching subjects and the ethical considerations inherent in making a film about real people and situations. Students will be encouraged to work on their own projects.

Cost: $150.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9387 7400
Email: info@escc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.escc.nsw.edu.au

Folk Art beginners/intermediate   
St George & Sutherland Community College

Sydney - Southern Suburbs
King Georges Rd, South Hurstville

Make your furniture and home accessories individual. Discover perhaps a hidden talent and surprise your friends with beautiful handmade gifts. Covers traditional folk art flat brush roses wildflowers teddy bears pen and wash. Beginners please bring a No. 3 round brush (should be $3-$4) large writing pad and pen. Tutor will provide list of other requirements for the course on the first night.

Cost: $130.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9528 3344
Email: enquiries@sgscc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.sgscc.nsw.edu.au

Ghost Story Writing Workshop   
Hawkesbury Community College

McGraths Hill

Do you want to know how to write the perfect ghost story? Spend the day learning the secret to creating scary tales within the confines of a real haunted inn. Discuss classic ghost story literature, both tall tales and true, find out what works and what doesn't be inspired by real ghosts and have a stab at writing your own deliciously frightening short story. Walk away rattled but writing.

Cost: $100.00
Duration: 240 Minutes x 1 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4588 5466
Email: admin@hawkesburycommunitycollege.com.au
Web: www.hawkesburycommunitycollege.com.au

Journalism: Writing Features   
Eastern Suburbs Community College

Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
98 Bondi Rd, Bondi Junction

Learn how to plan and write a feature story: from the initial idea through to pitching it for publication. Explore different feature styles as you develop your writing and gain essential research, interview and editing skills. From developing characters and locating a story in its setting, discover the small details that separate a great feature article from the everyday.

Cost: $150.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9387 7400
Email: info@escc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.escc.nsw.edu.au

Memoir Writing   
Bankstown Community College

Sydney - South West
457 Chapel Road, Bankstown

This course is ideal for those wishing to write their own memoirs or that of a family member. Our tutor will show you how to write with love and humour introducing you to number of writing techniques to release your inner story-teller and through tapping into your memories. Writing your own memoirs or creating a biography of a loved one makes for a wonderful gift for many celebratory occasions.

Cost: $120.00
Duration: 420 Minutes x 2 Sessions
Next Class: 30 August 2008 - 9:30 AM
Phone: 02 9793 8155
Email: administration@bankstowncc.com.au
Web: www.bankstowncc.com.au

Memoir Writing   
Riverina Community College

Murray Street, Wagga Wagga

Learn to discover the power of your own life experiences in this course. You will examine why the memoir is so popular and powerful. If you've always wanted to write, but don't know where to begin, this class is for you. Writers of all ages and abilities are encouraged to attend - since everyone has a story to tell.

Cost: $135.00
Duration: 180 Minutes x 5 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 6921 7663
Email: anna@rcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.rcc.nsw.edu.au

Photography Digital - Stage 1   
North West Community College

Sydney - North West
419A Windsor Rd, Baulkham Hills

For the beginner, those a bit rusty or recently upgraded to digital, or if you just want to reinforce some of the basics of digital photography. A hands on introduction to the use of your camera controls. Learn to use the various features and discover the terminology and techniques for different situations. Course includes a night field trip (Weeknight courses only) and an optional Saturday trip. Please bring your camera, full manual (some may need to print from the manufacturers supplied CD) & writing materials to all classes.

Cost: $143.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9680 1117
Email: geteducated@nwcollege.net
Web: www.nwcollege.net

Photography Digital - Stage 1   
North West Community College

Sydney - North West
Gooden Drive, Baulkham Hills

For the beginner, those a bit rusty or recently upgraded to digital, or if you just want to reinforce some of the basics of digital photography. A hands on introduction to the use of your camera controls. Learn to use the various features and discover the terminology and techniques for different situations. Course includes a night field trip (Weeknight courses only) and an optional Saturday trip. Please bring your camera, full manual (some may need to print from the manufacturers supplied CD) & writing materials to all classes.

Cost: $143.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9680 1117
Email: geteducated@nwcollege.net
Web: www.nwcollege.net

Photography Digital - Stage 1   
North West Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
166 Walters Rd, Blacktown

For the beginner, those a bit rusty or recently upgraded to digital, or if you just want to reinforce some of the basics of digital photography. A hands on introduction to the use of your camera controls. Learn to use the various features and discover the terminology and techniques for different situations. Course includes a night field trip (Weeknight courses only) and an optional Saturday trip. Please bring your camera, full manual (some may need to print from the manufacturers supplied CD) & writing materials to all classes.

Cost: $143.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9680 1117
Email: geteducated@nwcollege.net
Web: www.nwcollege.net

Photography Digital - Stage 1   
North West Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
70 Lalor Rd, Quakers Hill

For the beginner, those a bit rusty or recently upgraded to digital, or if you just want to reinforce some of the basics of digital photography. A hands on introduction to the use of your camera controls. Learn to use the various features and discover the terminology and techniques for different situations. Course includes a night field trip (Weeknight courses only) and an optional Saturday trip. Please bring your camera, full manual (some may need to print from the manufacturers supplied CD) & writing materials to all classes.

Cost: $143.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9680 1117
Email: geteducated@nwcollege.net
Web: www.nwcollege.net

Poetry Workshop   
Nepean Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
High Street, Penrith

Vision and sound in words - metre, imagery, rhythm and emotion. Hot tips and smart advice on writing, publishing and performing your own poems from a much-published poet and performer. New, different, exciting and fun. Held at Westfield Penrith

Cost: $76.00
Duration: 360 Minutes x 1 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4721 5368
Web: www.ncc.nsw.edu.au

Scriptwriting   
Eastern Suburbs Community College

Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
98 Bondi Rd, Bondi Junction

Learn practical techniques to develop an idea through to a script ready for a telemovie or feature film. Learn how to stimulate your imagination and create original dialogue. Build an effective structure, create vivid characters and dramatic situations - important elements that make any screenplay an attractive proposition.

Cost: $150.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9387 7400
Email: info@escc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.escc.nsw.edu.au

Short Story Writing   
The Parramatta College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
Macquarie St, Parramatta

This course aims to assist you in completing a short story through examination of the various components and features of short story writing and a series of writing exercises. The class will engage in textual deconstructions and analysis along with techniques for creating compelling scenes characters and plot development. Aspects of structure style mood and dialogue will also be worked on plus tips on expanding your creativity.

Cost: $120.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9687 2072
Email: admin@parramattacollege.com.au
Web: www.parramattacollege.com.au

Short Story Writing Workshop   
Hawkesbury Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
Suite 7, Civic Arcade, Richmond

If you have secret dreams of writing a book you might find threat learning the craft of the short story is just the ticket to set you off on the journey. Have you ever read a story in magazine and thought I could write a better one? Would like to try? Discover how short stories are structured. Learn where to harvest a wealth of ideas. Fins story plots in your daily life. From how to research the market to how to present a finished manuscript, this course will give you the information you need to write for the popular fiction ...

Cost: $125.00
Duration: 240 Minutes x 2 Sessions
Next Class: 20 September 2008 - 10:00 AM
Phone: 02 4588 5466
Email: admin@hawkesburycommunitycollege.com.au
Web: www.hawkesburycommunitycollege.com.au

Short Story Writing Workshop   
Hawkesbury Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
Suite 7, Civic Arcade, Richmond

If you have secret dreams of writing a book you might find threat learning the craft of the short story is just the ticket to set you off on the journey. Have you ever read a story in magazine and thought I could write a better one? Would like to try? Discover how short stories are structured. Learn where to harvest a wealth of ideas. Fins story plots in your daily life. From how to research the market to how to present a finished manuscript, this course will give you the information you need to write for the popular fiction ...

Cost: $125.00
Duration: 240 Minutes x 2 Sessions
Next Class: 27 September 2008 - 10:00 AM
Phone: 02 4588 5466
Email: admin@hawkesburycommunitycollege.com.au
Web: www.hawkesburycommunitycollege.com.au

Storytelling Techniques   
Tuggerah Lakes Kincumber Community College

16/1 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah

Would you like to tell stories without using a book? Do you need some fresh ideas and resources to use in your program? Storytelling is a creative activity, involving writing and adapting, performing and using theatrical techniques to grab your audience. Learn communication skills necessary to work the magic of storytelling, and gain techniques that will capture your audience while you bring your stories alive. Includes a Certificate of Participation.

Cost: $55.00
Duration: 180 Minutes x 1 Sessions
Next Class: 11 September 2008 - 6:30 PM
Phone: 02 4388 4574
Email: info@tlcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.tlcc.nsw.edu.au

Storytelling Workshop   
WEA Illawarra

South Coast
50-52 Auburn St, Wollongong

Storytelling is a creative art of writing and a performance art using theatrical techniques to grab audiences. Learn the communication skills necessary to work the magic of storytelling not just for children but in any field which entertains educates persuades and heals. You will be able to construct or adapt stories from a range of literature. Develop confidence in public speaking and enjoy interacting with an audience.

Cost: $87.00
Duration: 420 Minutes x 1 Sessions
Next Class: 13 September 2008 - 9:30 AM
Phone: 02 4226 1622
Email: info@weaillawarra.com.au
Web: www.weaillawarra.com.au

The Wide, Wide World Of Non-Fiction Writing   
Mosman Community College

Sydney - Northern Suburbs
678 - 680 Military Road, Mosman

Did you ever think about making money from freelance writing? Perhaps travel writing, book or movie reviews? This broad-brush approach aims at giving you a foundation on which you can later build. It will cover not only the techniques involved in non-fiction writing but ancillary skills such as sourcing ideas, interviewing and the all important aspect of self editing. It will also cover parts of the business of writing such as marketing yourself and your work. If you have a laptop bring it, if not pen/pencil and paper will suffice. Please provide your email address when enrolling because the ...

Cost: $222.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9968 4000
Email: mecenrol@swiftdsl.com.au
Web: www.mec.nsw.edu.au

The Writer's Bag Of Tricks   
Central Coast Community College

Yakalla St, Bateau Bay

If you've always wanted to write, this is the course for you! A mixture of information, discussion and practical application will take you on a journey from 'no idea' to dealing with writers block, plot/structure, point of view, beginnings and endings, characterisation, dramatisation, dialogue and other writing skills. This experience will give you the techniques, direction and clarity necessary for success.

Cost: $120.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 9 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4348 4300
Email: info@cccc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.cccc.nsw.edu.au

Travel Writing   
Eastern Suburbs Community College

Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
Hardy St, Dover Heights

An essential course for travellers who want to record their memorable experiences in writing. Whether it's keeping friends at home entertained with livelier emails or writing a feature article for a travel magazine or newspaper, this course will lead the budding travel writer through the writing process from generating ideas to publication. The course also covers the role of travel photography in complementing your words.

Cost: $144.00
Duration: 360 Minutes x 2 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9387 7400
Email: info@escc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.escc.nsw.edu.au

Travel Writing   
WEA Hunter

Newcastle
King St, Newcastle

Do you love to travel, within Australia or overseas? You can write about your experiences and tap into the large market for good travel writing. This practical course looks at planning, construction, presentation and sale of your writing, whether you write about your local area, the national scene or more exotic locations. We also focus on researching your story to ensure accuracy and interview techniques. You'll discover which newspapers, magazines and book publishers may be interested in your writing and how to approach and work with them. You'll have opportunities and aspiration to work on your own ideas, ...

Cost: $149.00
Duration: 180 Minutes x 5 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4925 4200
Email: enrolments@weahunter.com.au
Web: www.weahunter.com.au

Writeriffic: Creativity Training for Writers   
Continuing Education Bendigo

Who doesn't know the fear of the blank page? How can we transform our visions into the written word? Is it really possible to become a terrific writer? You'll find the answer to these and more of your questions in Writeriffic. In this high-energy class you'll learn lots of tricks from the published writer's toolbox. Whether you're at work now or hoping to write a novel, a nonfiction book, a memoir, short stories or articles, Writerific liberates the imaginative, inventive bolts of genius that are inside everyone. If you've ever dreamed of hearing your ...

Cost: $160.00
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 03 5430 2100
Email: admin@cebendigo.com.au
Web: www.cebendigo.com.au

Writers Club   
Tamworth Community College

Tamworth

Get together with other writers to practice and develop your skills. Share if you wish for feedback or just enjoy the chance to write in the company of others. This is the perfect group for those who never seem to get the time to write. No previous writing experience necessary.

Cost: $115.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 6 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 6766 4775
Email: enrol@tamworthcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.tamworthcc.nsw.edu.au

Writers Club   
Tamworth Community College

Tamworth

Get together with other writers to practice and develop your skills. Share if you wish for feedback or just enjoy the chance to write in the company of others. This is the perfect group for those who never seem to get the time to write. No previous writing experience necessary.

Cost: $115.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 6 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 6766 4775
Email: enrol@tamworthcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.tamworthcc.nsw.edu.au

Writers Club   
Tamworth Community College

Tamworth

Get together with other writers to practice and develop your skills. Share if you wish for feedback or just enjoy the chance to write in the company of others. This is the perfect group for those who never seem to get the time to write. No previous writing experience necessary.

Cost: $125.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 6 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 6766 4775
Email: enrol@tamworthcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.tamworthcc.nsw.edu.au

Writers Club   
Tamworth Community College

Tamworth

Get together with other writers to practice and develop your skills. Share if you wish for feedback or just enjoy the chance to write in the company of others. This is the perfect group for those who never seem to get the time to write. No previous writing experience necessary.

Cost: $125.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 6 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 6766 4775
Email: enrol@tamworthcc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.tamworthcc.nsw.edu.au

Writing   
Sydney University

Sydney - Inner West
Mackie Building, Arundel St, Glebe

No description available

Phone: 02 9351 5022
Email: enrol@cce.usyd.edu.au
Web: www.usyd.edu.au/cce

Writing   
University of Queensland

Brisbane - Western Suburbs
St Lucia

TRAVEL WRITING. As a literary genre, travel writing is one of the oldest forms of nonfiction. Second only to the memoir and often elegantly combining travel with personal experience, travel writing has held its place on the bestseller list for centuries. This workshop takes you on an expedition into the genre of travel writing, revealing techniques enabling you to highlight, arrange and present your travel experiences in a unique and marketable fashion as full-length and short pieces of writing. Saturday & Sunday 6 & 7 October. Fee $212.

Phone: 07 3365 6370
Email: icte.enrol@icte.uq.edu.au
Web: www.icte.uq.edu.au/ppe/default.htm

Writing   
Queanbeyan Adult Education Office

ACT
263 Crawford St, Queanbeyan

Phone: 02 6299 2520
Web: www.saec.nsw.edu.au

Writing   
Swinburne University

Melbourne - Eastern Suburbs
12-50 North Rd, Croydon

Phone: 03 9213 6777
Web: www.shortcourse.swin.edu.au

Writing   
Swinburne University

Melbourne - Eastern Suburbs
Melba Ave, Lilydale

Phone: 03 9213 6777
Web: www.shortcourse.swin.edu.au

Writing   
Swinburne University

Melbourne - Eastern Suburbs
369 Stud Rd, Wantirna South

Phone: 03 9213 6777
Web: www.shortcourse.swin.edu.au

Writing   
Swinburne University

Melbourne - Eastern Suburbs
237 Maroondah Highway, Healesville

Phone: 03 9213 6777
Web: www.shortcourse.swin.edu.au

Writing for Magazines & Newspapers   
Hawkesbury Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
Suite 7, Civic Arcade, Richmond

This course will cover writing basics, how to pitch story ideas to publications, understanding the magazine/news market and what editor's what from a writer. Course activities will include writing exercises and polishing a piece to pitch to a publication at the end of the course.

Cost: $100.00
Duration: 240 Minutes x 1 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4588 5466
Email: admin@hawkesburycommunitycollege.com.au
Web: www.hawkesburycommunitycollege.com.au

Writing For The Media   
Mosman Community College

Sydney - Northern Suburbs
769 Military Rd, Mosman

Communicating with the media is THE key element to publicity. This course will teach you methods of getting your message across to the media. It will cover press releases (how to research, write and disseminate them), press kits, promotional material, advertisements and interviewing techniques. Basic writing and editing tips, the all important aspect of self-editing will be included as well as how to source material. If you have a laptop bring it, if not pen/pencil and paper will suffice. Please provide your email address when enrolling as the first assignment will be sent before the session date. No concessions.

Cost: $83.00
Duration: 360 Minutes x 1 Sessions
Next Class: 6 September 2008 - 10:00 AM
Phone: 02 9968 4000
Email: mecenrol@swiftdsl.com.au
Web: www.mec.nsw.edu.au

Writing Young Adult Fiction   
Eastern Suburbs Community College

Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
3 Wellington St, Bondi

Young adult fiction is experiencing a golden age. Sales are at record highs and there is a large crossover with the adult market. If you have always wanted to try to reach this audience now is the time to get started. Learn how to find the right voice and develop characters and plot lines that engage young adults.

Cost: $150.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9387 7400
Email: info@escc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.escc.nsw.edu.au

Writing Young Adult Fiction   
Eastern Suburbs Community College

Sydney - Eastern Suburbs
98 Bondi Rd, Bondi Junction

Young adult fiction is experiencing a golden age. Sales are at record highs and there is a large crossover with the adult market. If you have always wanted to try to reach this audience now is the time to get started. Learn how to find the right voice and develop characters and plot lines that engage young adults.

Cost: $150.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9387 7400
Email: info@escc.nsw.edu.au
Web: www.escc.nsw.edu.au

Writing Your Life Story   
Mosman Community College

Sydney - Northern Suburbs
678 - 680 Military Road, Mosman

Regardless of age or experience this course will assist you in recording and weaving your story together. No previous writing skill required. Bring pen and paper. Limited places.

Cost: $140.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 9968 4000
Email: mecenrol@swiftdsl.com.au
Web: www.mec.nsw.edu.au

Writing: A Beginners Course   
Nepean Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
158 - 240 High Street, Penrith

Have you always wanted to write a novel but have no idea how to get started? This course will take you from the creative to the practical aspects of writing fiction. We will explore story ideas, plotting, characterisation and how to find a good story and how to tell it well. Held at Penrith High School

Cost: $164.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4721 5368
Web: www.ncc.nsw.edu.au

Writing: Advanced Writing Course   
Nepean Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
158 - 240 High Street, Penrith

Participants will gain experience in different genres featuring literacy competitions. Held at Penrith High School

Cost: $164.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4721 5368
Web: www.ncc.nsw.edu.au

Writing: Children's Books   
Nepean Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
158 - 240 High Street, Penrith

Writing for children can be exciting as you unleash your imagination and learn to create enchanting stories. We will discuss other genres and the tricks needed to make stories sell. Held at Penrith High School

Cost: $164.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4721 5368
Web: www.ncc.nsw.edu.au

Writing: Children's Books Workshop   
Nepean Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
Ransley Street, Penrith

Writing for children can be exciting as you unleash your imagination. Learn to create enchanting stories and we will discuss other genres and the tricks needed to make stories sell. No Concessions. Held at Penrith Showground Pavilion

Cost: $76.00
Duration: 360 Minutes x 1 Sessions
Next Class: 30 August 2008 - 10:00 AM
Phone: 02 4721 5368
Web: www.ncc.nsw.edu.au

Writing: For Fun and Profit   
Nepean Community College

Blue Mountains
6 Gang Gang Street, Katoomba

Get those creative juices flowing during a term of writing, discussion and publishing advice from an established author, editor and teacher. Explore concept, character, dialogue, opening paragraphs, descriptive writing and much more during eight weeks of literary exploration. All levels welcome. Greg Bastian publishes with UQP and Scholastic Australia and teaches writing in universities, schools and writers' centres throughout Australia. Held at Katoomba Centre

Cost: $164.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4721 5368
Web: www.ncc.nsw.edu.au

Writing: From Go To Whoa!   
Nepean Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
585 High Street, Penrith

Do you have great aspirations to be a writer or need help writing your novel? This course will take you from your idea through to getting it published. Held at Westfield Penrith

Cost: $164.00
Duration: 120 Minutes x 8 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4721 5368
Web: www.ncc.nsw.edu.au

Writing: From Go To Whoa! Workshop   
Nepean Community College

Sydney - Western Suburbs
Ransley Street, Penrith

Do you have great aspirations to be a writer, or need help writing your novel? This one day workshop will take you from your idea through to getting it published. Held at Penrith Showground Pavilion

Cost: $76.00
Duration: 360 Minutes x 1 Sessions
Next Class: TBA
Phone: 02 4721 5368
Web: www.ncc.nsw.edu.au