Homage to Maiwar

Homage to Maiwar

Indrani Ganguly Once it was called Maiwar Home of the peacemaker platypus Steering warring beasts Towards peace and reconciliation. Now it’s the Brisbane River A slippery bendy brown beast I think I’m in one place Then discover I’m in another. First Nations, convicts,...
A Literary Luncheon

A Literary Luncheon

TrudyJuly saw 75 attendees enjoying a sumptuous high tea at the Cambrian Centre in Booval. The tables were scattered with ladybugs and butterflies, and bundled, old, and precious books bound with scarves and ties performed their role as elegant centrepieces. ‘Gladys...
Bribie Island Writers’ Retreat

Bribie Island Writers’ Retreat

Bribie Island Writers’ RetreatThe 2022 retreat will be held 7-9 OctoberAt the retreat, writers can dedicate quality time to their works-in-progress; join structured workshops; begin new work; discuss writers, writing and books and generally share good times with...
Writing From Mythology

Writing From Mythology

Virginia MirandaGod made man because he liked to hear a story – so say the Africans, and the richness of worldwide mythology proves God chose wisely. My favourite Mythological writer runs the Westcountry School of Myth in Dartmoor. Martin Shaw wrote The Lindworm, Fox...