Manawatū Regional Roadshow 2024

9AM – 4PM, SATURDAY 8 JUNE 2024, TE WHARE WAIRUA MERERIKIRIKI, 140-148 MAXWELLS LINE, AWAPUNI, PALMERSTON NORTH

The Regional Roadshows offer local writers access to professional development, masterclasses, workshops and panel discussions taught by experienced writers from across Aotearoa. These events are organised in partnership with local NZSA branches to build collegiality, connection and new opportunities for professional development in local settings. The events are lively, inclusive, stimulating and practical and offer something for writers across the spectrum. Sessions cover craft, publishing, marketing and much more!

What’s on:

Mihi Whakatau and Opening Kōrero with Caroline Barron
Workshops: Make ’Em Laugh – Write Funny with Kathryn Burnett; On the Same Page with Sacha Cotter and Joshua Morgan; Create Your Own World with Cassie Hart; Elevate Your Story: Memoir, Caroline Barron; Big Burning World, Little Life with Helen Lehndorf; From Clumsy Draft to Polished Piece with Gigi Fenster
Closing Kōrero: Carving a Career (and Life) as a Writer with Gigi Fenster, Cassie Hart and Kathryn Burnett.  

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  • Full info will be provided to attendees about the mihi whakatau if you have not been part of one or been on a marae before.
  • Changes may need to be made on the day due to Covid-19 or other issues. In the event of illness of a presenter, we will do our best to provide an alternative session on the day and/or arrange a session online with the original presenter, after the event.
  • We will be following all COVID-related guidelines as directed by the venue. We ask that you stay home if you are unwell.