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This page provides information about events organised by the branch, by individual members, or of particular local interest. To have your event listed here, as well as in the newsletter, contact the Branch Editor
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Author Talk in Nelson
Everyone is welcome at Page & Blackmore bookshop on Thursday 26 November from 5.30 pm, when Chris Stuart will be talking about her debut novel For Reasons of their Own, a crime thriller.
Can the past ever be left behind? Ask a flawed detective, a former refugee and a government desperate to misuse a dead body to reshape Australia’s security policy.
Melbourne is a city on the brink, from arson fed bush fires, to searing heat waves and the potential threat of terrorism. Detective Inspector Robbie Gray, falling foul of police bureaucracy, gets called to a body found lying in a rural swamp. When the nationality of the victim is revealed, ASIO take over her investigation and she is sidelined. Convinced they are misinterpreting the evidence, along with a disenfranchised Aboriginal policeman, she secretly digs for the truth and discovers an entirely different motive, one which transcends international borders and exposes corruption in the humanitarian world. When the killer is arrested, DI Robbie Gray realises that the past contains only hurt and pain and she asks herself whether in certain circumstances, murder may well be justified.
Can the past ever be left behind? Ask a flawed detective, a former refugee and a government desperate to misuse a dead body to reshape Australia’s security policy.
Melbourne is a city on the brink, from arson fed bush fires, to searing heat waves and the potential threat of terrorism. Detective Inspector Robbie Gray, falling foul of police bureaucracy, gets called to a body found lying in a rural swamp. When the nationality of the victim is revealed, ASIO take over her investigation and she is sidelined. Convinced they are misinterpreting the evidence, along with a disenfranchised Aboriginal policeman, she secretly digs for the truth and discovers an entirely different motive, one which transcends international borders and exposes corruption in the humanitarian world. When the killer is arrested, DI Robbie Gray realises that the past contains only hurt and pain and she asks herself whether in certain circumstances, murder may well be justified.
Writers at Lunchtime
Writers at Lunchtime takes place in Nelson on the first Wednesday of each month (except January) from 11.30 am
to 1.30 pm. There is usually a guest speaker at 12.30 pm.
The next meeting will be on Wednesday 2 December. This will be the last meeting at The Prince Albert, so we hope a lot of members will attend. From February 2021 we will be at a new venue, which will be announced in due course.
We will not be having a speaker in December but we’ll have lots of fun things, including a quiz, and friends to talk to! Please bring along a wrapped book (it doesn’t have to be new) to place on the table for the mystery pick. We are also going to have a raffle, but need donations for this. Please bring any offerings along on the day.
Writers at Lunchtime takes place at The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar, 113 Nile Street, Nelson. Car Parking is accessed from Tasman Street. Come any time from 11.30 am. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact Lucy on 021 146 5864.
to 1.30 pm. There is usually a guest speaker at 12.30 pm.
The next meeting will be on Wednesday 2 December. This will be the last meeting at The Prince Albert, so we hope a lot of members will attend. From February 2021 we will be at a new venue, which will be announced in due course.
We will not be having a speaker in December but we’ll have lots of fun things, including a quiz, and friends to talk to! Please bring along a wrapped book (it doesn’t have to be new) to place on the table for the mystery pick. We are also going to have a raffle, but need donations for this. Please bring any offerings along on the day.
Writers at Lunchtime takes place at The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar, 113 Nile Street, Nelson. Car Parking is accessed from Tasman Street. Come any time from 11.30 am. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact Lucy on 021 146 5864.
'Life Sentence' Writing Group
‘Life Sentence’ is a writing group for those who want to write better, be inspired and be supported to publish. They meet on the first Thursday of the month at The Workshop in New Street, Nelson, 5.30 - 7pm. The next meeting will be on Thursday 3 December.
For more information contact Chris Stuart on 027 777 2556, or email chrisannstuart@gmail.com.
For more information contact Chris Stuart on 027 777 2556, or email chrisannstuart@gmail.com.
Mawhera Writers (Greymouth)
Formerly West Coast Writers, this group welcomes writers of all genres to write together, get feedback on their work, and to discuss all things ‘writing’ in a respectful, encouraging environment. Don't worry about your level of experience – everyone is welcome! The group meets on the first Sunday of each month, 11 am – 1 pm, at CoRe (New Coaster’s Office), 38 Albert Street, Greymouth. Gold coin donation for venue appreciated.
Their next meeting will be on Sunday 6 December. Contact Katrina Brown at kbtaiwan@gmail.com for more details and to go on the group mailing list. Follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mawherawriters/
to find and share writing-related updates and discussion relevant to the group.
Their next meeting will be on Sunday 6 December. Contact Katrina Brown at kbtaiwan@gmail.com for more details and to go on the group mailing list. Follow them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mawherawriters/
to find and share writing-related updates and discussion relevant to the group.
Writers of Picton
Writers of Picton usually meet on the first Monday of the month (except January) at 1.30 pm in the upstairs meeting room at Picton Library.
As their scheduled meeting would fall on Marlborough Anniversary Day, they are meeting a week later on Monday 7 December at 1.00 pm. This will be their last meeting for the year, and a booking has been made to hold a Christmas lunch at The Barn, 48 High Street, Picton. They can use The Barn’s quieter room. Lunch menu is under $20. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available (prior arrangement may be helpful). Partners or friends are welcome.
If anyone would like to write anything to bring along, a suggested topic is ‘An Invite to Coffee’. 400 words max. Please advise Irene Thomas if you are able to attend – 03-573 5501 or 027 249 3146.
The date for the first meeting in the new year will be 1 February 2021.
As their scheduled meeting would fall on Marlborough Anniversary Day, they are meeting a week later on Monday 7 December at 1.00 pm. This will be their last meeting for the year, and a booking has been made to hold a Christmas lunch at The Barn, 48 High Street, Picton. They can use The Barn’s quieter room. Lunch menu is under $20. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available (prior arrangement may be helpful). Partners or friends are welcome.
If anyone would like to write anything to bring along, a suggested topic is ‘An Invite to Coffee’. 400 words max. Please advise Irene Thomas if you are able to attend – 03-573 5501 or 027 249 3146.
The date for the first meeting in the new year will be 1 February 2021.
Richmond Writing Group
The Richmond Writing Group is for adults with an interest in writing – whether you’re just thinking about starting to write something, you’re a published author, or somewhere in between. The group meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 1 – 3 pm, in the Constance Barnicoat Room at Richmond Library. In the first hour there is an author talk, then from 2 pm everyone is welcome to join the Richmond Writing Group for an hour of discussion or creative writing exercises in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. It’s free to attend and anyone of any ability can come. Bring writing materials.
The next meeting will be on Tuesday 19 January 2021. For more information contact Pania Walton, Promotions Assistant, Richmond Library at pania.walton@tasman.govt.nz
The next meeting will be on Tuesday 19 January 2021. For more information contact Pania Walton, Promotions Assistant, Richmond Library at pania.walton@tasman.govt.nz
Marlborough Writers
Marlborough Writers meet on the third Tuesday of the month (except January) in the Louvre Room at Fairweathers, 36 Scott Street, Blenheim. Visitors are always welcome. A gold coin donation is requested to cover website costs.
The first meeting of 2021 will be on Tuesday 16 February. There will be a 200-300 word writing exercise on a topic to be announced.
For more information contact Annette Rattray at annetterattray@hotmail.com, phone 03-573 6629 or 021 232 8040.
The first meeting of 2021 will be on Tuesday 16 February. There will be a 200-300 word writing exercise on a topic to be announced.
For more information contact Annette Rattray at annetterattray@hotmail.com, phone 03-573 6629 or 021 232 8040.