Over the years the APA has grown into an organisation of considerable influence. From modest beginnings and a membership of twenty, the Association now has over 160 members and represents 91% of the industry, based on turnover

Booranga serves its members and the local community in a number of ways. Firstly, they organise well known writers to come and stay at the Booranga Writers' Flat (attached to the Centre) and during their time here they give readings, workshops, and often closely mentor chosen local writers. Secondly, they publish the annual anthology fourW, which brings together new poetry and prose from local writers, as well as writers from across Australia and the world. Finally, they facilitate writers passing through the region with venues and support for book-launches and readings.

disseminating information about children's books, authors and illustrators encouraging Australian authors and illustrators of children's books promoting high standards of children's book reviewing supporting quality children's library services,

organising Children's Book Week activities providing information and resources which stimulate wide interest and discussion of children's literature

Since 1980 CAN SA has worked towards a society in which artistic expression, cultural diversity and human rights are valued and supported. It is the peak body for community arts and is the principal source of community cultural development, information, advice and support services in South Australia.

A not-for-profit, membership based organisation, CAN SA is governed by a Board of Management elected from the membership annually. The day to day management of the organisation is undertaken by a dedicated team of staff and volunteer

They present an annual program of special events, workshops, exhibitions and artistic projects throughout the year. Their flagship project is Voiceworks magazine, a national, quarterly magazine that features exciting new writing by Australian young writers.

They have autonomous branches in all states and territories with regional branches in country and metropolitan areas . The FAW is active on behalf of writers in areas such as government policy, literary awards, professional advice, representation of writers' rights and the promotion of literature.

The New England Writers' Centre brings the best writers to the New England region in northern New South Wales for readings, forums and workshops.

Benefits of membership include:

The Centre offers a year-round program of workshops, seminars and events as well as the annual Byron Bay Writers Festival.

As a regional writers’ centre, they are responsible for promoting Australian literature and enhancing the skills of writers and readers in the Northern Rivers of NSW and beyond. The region they cover stretches from Taree to Tweed Heads and west to Kyogle

The Centre is managed by Acting Executive Director, Arabella Lee and staff who are responsible to a Management Committee elected every two years by the members of the Centre. There are about 3,000 members.

The Centre offers literary resources and professional information to established and aspiring writers of all kinds. It provides a spacious venue for events such as book launches, readings, literary evenings and lectures as well as meeting spaces for writers' groups and literary organisations.

The Centre presents opportunities for professional development by holding seminars, courses and workshops in all genres and aspects of writing. It has a growing library of resource material for members to peruse, including an extensive collection of Australian literary magazines.

The Poets Union revitalised Australian poetry with a new attitude to one of the oldest of all artforms. Poetry was taken off the dusty bottom shelf and into the streets, read in pubs, cafès and parks, and found new shapes and sounds to reflect the changing world.

Their primary purpose is to encourage and develop opportunities for poets and contemporary poetry in Australia particularly their members. Run by volunteers and a part-time employee, they are motivated to bring the love for words and ideas to the outside world. They organise readings, workshops, tours, and festivals all round the country. The Poets Union is currently supported by the Australia Council, the NSW Ministry for the Arts, and Sydney City Council.

Some Sisters are writers, publishers, students, academics and booksellers, but most are simply enthusiastic, if not obsessive, readers. Sisters in Crime Australia has over 500 members and plays an active role in promoting women's crime fiction and in correcting the imbalance in the treatment of women writers in the field.

Sisters in Crime Australia publishes a national newsletter and meets in Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, Adelaide, Canberra, Launceston and Brisbane. The Melbourne chapter hosts a variety of regular events ? discussion meetings, guest speakers, murder mystery days, quiz nights ? and also participates in the Melbourne and St Kilda Writers' Festivals.

The Centre acts as a resource centre for writers of all ages and experiences. We focus on writing activities and work with a wide range of organisations to promote and encourage writers and literature in society. We assist new and established writers on every aspect of writing, such as publishing, performing and presentation and have a vast range of useful reference books and a library with over 1600 books mainly donated by South Australian writers.

The Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators provides online information for members and non-members. The SCBWI acts as a network for the exchange of knowledge between writers, illustrators, editors, publishers, agents, librarians, educators, booksellers and others involved with literature for young people.

The Tasmanian Writers Centre
The Tasmanian Writers' Centre supports numerous initiatives that provide opportunities for Tasmanian writers and promote appreciation of Tasmanian writing & literature. These include workshops, residencies and mentorships for Tasmanian writers, as well as providing professional advice to TWC members. Members of the TWC enjoy many benefits including subscription to Island Magazine for only $33 - that's a saving of $13 off the normal subscription rate.

The Tasmanian Writers' Centre is the delivery of a range of services that meets the needs of writers at significant points in their careers. The TWC also aims to promote Tasmanian writing to local, interstate and international audiences.

The Tasmanian Writers' Centre achieves these aims via a number of program areas including:

Assistance to writers including advice on funding applications and self-publishing projects Promoting the stories of Tasmania through Read Tasmania Advocacy for Tasmanian writers locally and nationally Time & space for writers, through our Residencies program for Tasmanian, Interstate and International writers within Tasmania, interstate and overseas Affordable writers' workshops and masterclasses with local and visiting writers Affordable manuscript assessments Promotion of writer's events and opportunities via our website and bi-monthly newsletter Writas Support for writers' events such as the Tasmanian Poetry Festival A reference library of writers' resources including magazines, books and journals A referral point for writers' groups looking for new members and writers wishing to join or start a new writers' group </p.

"The creation of Varuna as a place for writers and others seeking inspiration is a continuation of the work of Eleanor Dark. In her novels and in her other works she made a major contribution to the intellectual and spiritual life of all Australians. She helped us understand who we are. She taught us that we could stand alone". - Manning Clark, 1990

Women in Publishing (WA) was formed in May 1993 and has a current membership of around 70 women in diverse areas. We meet regularly for work-related seminars with informed speakers and for networking events.

The eclectic mix of our membership, which includes publishers, booksellers, graphic designers, printers, illustrators, editors, desktop publishers, journalists and public relations practitioners, always ensures a lively exchange of news and ideas at our functions.

The Women in Publishing (WA) Directory of Members has proven to be a valuable resource for both our members and the Western Australian publishing and communication industries. It is regularly updated to reflect the growing membership of this organisation.

Women in Publishing (WA) welcomes applications for membership from women working in the publishing field in Western Australia, or who have an interest in publishing as a career.

writingWA's Mission "To foster literary talent and achievement, develop markets for Western Australian writing, and promote excellence in writing as integral to our social, economic and individual well-being."

writingWA's Vision "A strong Western Australian writing sector and strong markets for Western Australian writing."