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Join author Shel Sweeney for a series of masterclasses where students will develop their creative writing techniques across a range of genres. Classes are designed to be fun and celebrate the joy of storytelling.

This is a FREE program, 5 sessions per term – Registration essential.

2025 Term 1 dates

• Thursday 6 March
• Thursday 13 March
• Thursday 20 March
• Thursday 27 March
• Thursday 3 April

Time: 5:00 – 6.30pm
Where: Lismore Pop-up Library, 146 Molesworth St, Lismore NSW 2480
Suitable For: School years 6 – 12

Shel Sweeney is a freelance editor, writing mentor, counsellor and teacher. She works with children, young people and adults throughout the Northern Rivers region.

Join author, poet, podcaster and journalist Samantha Turnbull for a series of masterclasses where students will learn and experiment with a range of creative writing techniques and genres. Classes are designed to be fun and celebrate the joy of storytelling.

This is a FREE program, 5 sessions per term – Registration essential.

2025 Term 1 dates:  

• Wednesday 5 March
• Wednesday 12 March
• Wednesday 19 March
• Wednesday 26 March
• Wednesday 2 April

Time: 4:30 — 6pm

Where: Ballina Library 8 River Street, Ballina

Suitable for: 8-12 years

Samantha Turnbull is a children’s author and podcast producer with the ABC. Her books include Fierce Girls, Remember the Rainbows and The Anti-Princess Club series. She is also a qualified primary teacher and loves competing in poetry slams.

Join author and teacher Melaina Faranda for a series of masterclasses where students will learn and experiment with a range of creative writing and screenwriting techniques.

This is a FREE program, 5 sessions per term – Registration essential.

2025 Term 1 dates:

• Thursday 6 March
• Thursday 13 March
• Thursday 20 March
• Thursday 27 March
• Thursday 3 April

Time: 4:00 – 5:30pm

Where: Murwillumbah Library

Suitable for: School years 7-12

Author and teacher Melaina Faranda is passionate about working with young people, helping to foster their creative talent and be inspired by infinite possibilities.