Rocky River ’Riters began in 1994 as an initiative of the Rocky River Health Services to assist rural people to express themselves, especially in difficult times of drought and rural decline. It began as a creative writing program, and over the years has developed into a reading group and a support and encouragement group. Our members come from diverse backgrounds.
Many people in the group are working on their own short stories and poetry. Our group also has published authors, playwrights, and family historians. Others simply love the written word and provide stories and/or poetry on a specific topic given each month.
We are ordinary people who enjoy reading and creating stories and verse. We enjoy hearing each other’s stories and wish to share them with you.
We come from Gladstone in South Australia and surrounding towns including Laura, Crystal Brook Georgetown, Jamestown, Peterborough, Red Hill and Narridy. The Rocky River flows through this area and is the connecting link in the area.
Meetings
Rocky River ’Riters meet twice a month:
- General Meeting on the second Friday of the month at 9:30 AM. in Gladstone .
- The Creative Writing meeting is on the fourth Saturday of the month at 10.00 AM
- For inquiries, please phone 0417 849 441
Laura Literary Awards
Laura literary awards entry form 2024
Entries close for the Laura Literary Awards on Friday 10 May 2024. Please post your entries well before closing date.
Winners announced 20 July 2024
A list of the winners of the Laura Literary Awards 2023, is available on the Competitions page.
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