Writing groups are a great way to improve your writing, meet fellow writers, and get inspired to write. Many published authors credit writing groups with giving them the confidence and skills to pursue a career in writing.

Join A Writing NSW Writing Group

Writing NSW hosts a number of writing groups for different genres, communities, and levels of experience. Self-run by volunteers, these groups generally meet at Writing NSW in Callan Park though some do meet online. Please note that these groups are only open to current members of Writing NSW.

Apply to join a group here. Please note that some groups are not accepting new members at the moment – you can only apply to groups currently seeking new members.

If the group you wish to join is closed you can email us here to join a waitlist. However, we cannot guarantee when any particular group might open. You could consider starting a new group, Writing NSW can provide a high level of support to get you started. See below for more information.

Start a Writing Group

Can’t find that perfect group that meets at the right time, writes the right genre, or has the same interests? Start your own writing group! Setting up and running a writing group is not hard, and Writing NSW will help you administer and promote it. This leaves you free to concentrate on running meetings and writing. We have a range of rooms to use, free tea and coffee, and the option to meet online via Zoom. Check out How to Start a Writing Group for more information and contact us to get started.

Join a Writing Group Near You

Use our searchable directory to also find independent writing groups facilitated by organisations and individuals across the state. Please note that Writing NSW does not administer these groups. Contact these groups directly via the provided link. If you would like your group listed on our directory click here.


Writing Group Search


Wollondilly FAW

The Wollondilly Fellowship of Australian Writers meet on the second Sunday of the month from 1:00pm at the Tahmoor Community Centre.

Second Sunday of the month
1:00pm
Tahmoor Community Centre
Contact Wollondilly FAW for more information

Women Writers’ Network

We have been meeting – and supporting and encouraging women writers – for nearly thirty years. We are open to all genres of writing: prose, poetry, fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, plays and screen writing. Some members are striving to be published, many just enjoy writing and providing feedback on others’ work. Our aim is to provide constructive feedback in a supportive environment, fostering all levels of writing. We meet weekly but attendance is flexible – there are usually eight to twelve women at any session. We focus on workshopping each others’ work in a friendly and respectful but rigorous way.

Writing NSW
members only
Open to new members
Wednesdays weekly
1:00-4:00pm
Writing NSW
Contact Writing NSW for more information

Write Friends

We are a diverse group of writers from the Albury Wodonga area who meet monthly to discuss our writing, provide feedback, discuss our writing projects, and participate in various other activities. Looking to develop local talent, whether you write for publication or pleasure, we welcome all ages, voices, writing styles and abilities.

Open to new members
Third Saturday of the Month
1:30 - 3:30pm
The Library Museum, Albury NSW
Contact Leanne O'Connell for more information

Writestuff

A group that spends time writing, after giving each other word prompts. We then share our work. It doesn’t matter how experienced you are as a writer, so long as you are interested in getting started with writing and willing to encourage other members of the group. Our purpose is to encourage writing, in whatever genre and style members choose, and to encourage publication of members’ writing.

Writing NSW
members only
Open to new members
Wednesdays weekly
3:00-4:30pm
Writing NSW
Contact Writing NSW for more information

Writing on Water

A new writers’ group for novelists is seeking members. Open to both novices and experienced writers, the group will meet at Concord & Ryde Sailing Club on the Parramatta River. In good weather, group will meet on the deck over the river; in inclement weather, group will meet inside. Tea and coffee will be available, but participants should bring their own lunch.

Open to new members
One Friday a month.
11.30am-2:30pm
Concord Ryde Sailing Club
0418 457 020

Wyong Writers

People of all ages who are interested in writing poems, short stories, novels or their own life story are welcome. You can expect encouragement and support. You’ll pick up practical writing tips and have fun along the way.

Open to new members
Fourth Saturday of the month
1:30-4:30pm
The Woodbury Park Community Centre
Contact Mei-Ling Venning for more information
(02) 4333 7489

Year of the Novel 2025

The bonds formed across twelve months continue to persevere as writers from the Year of the Novel course continue to craft their work. The 2025 cohort connect to share scenes and shape their next drafts as they work towards final, hopefully publishable, outcomes.

Closed to new members
Last Wednesday of each month
6pm-10pm
Writing NSW

Young Writers Group

We are a group of writers in our twenties working towards publication and developing writing careers. Members can bring writing of any genre and form. We meet once a month in person and via Zoom. We offer a supportive and encouraging atmosphere for young writers to workshop their pieces and hone their craft.

Writing NSW
members only
Closed to new members
Third Wednesday of the month
6:30-8:30pm
Hybrid: In-person at Writing NSW and Online
Contact Writing NSW for more information

Youngstreet Poets

A group of experienced poets meeting to workshop and discuss members’ new poems for the month in a careful, friendly and free exchange. A guest poet is often invited to the group. Our purpose is to “keep poetry alive as a central fundamental human art, vocal but not necessarily performative. To re-enforce the value in an ancient art that emphasizes each individuals voice executed in the communal material of speech.” (Robert Pinsky extract Threepenny Review Issue 109 Spring 2007).

Writing NSW
members only
Closed to new members
Fourth Friday of the month
10:30am-3:00pm
Writing NSW
Contact Writing NSW for more information

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