
Tidal Writing Retreat
A four-day creative writing retreat on Magnetic Island
Tue
6
Tue 6 Oct 9:00 AM
Bounce Magnetic Island & The Koala Park
General Admission
Presented by Roderick Centre for Australian Literature and Creative Writing, JCU
Spend three nights and four restorative days on Magnetic Island with acclaimed writers and publishing professionals, developing a short piece of creative writing and honing your creativity: through workshops, encounters, and reflective practice inspired by tides, reef, weather, and island ecologies.
Led by award-winning writers Paul Hardisty, Rachel Hennessy, Lucy Christopher, Manisha Anjali, Mia-Francesca Jones, publishing-pro Rose Michael, and JCU’s Associate Professor Victoria Kuttainen, this retreat invites participants to be inspired by place. Suitable for all levels, the program combines craft sessions, island-based observation and guided creative development.
Overnight accommodation and transport sourced separately; day tripper's welcome. Contact RCALC@jcu.edu.au for more information.

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Spend three nights and four restorative days on Magnetic Island with acclaimed writers and publishing professionals, developing a short piece of creative writing and honing your creativity: through workshops, encounters, and reflective practice inspired by tides, reef, weather, and island ecologies.
Led by award-winning writers Paul Hardisty, Rachel Hennessy, Lucy Christopher, Manisha Anjali, Mia-Francesca Jones, publishing-pro Rose Michael, and JCU’s Associate Professor Victoria Kuttainen, this retreat invites participants to be inspired by place. Suitable for all levels, the program combines craft sessions, island-based observation and guided creative development.
Overnight accommodation and transport sourced separately; day tripper's welcome. Contact RCALC@jcu.edu.au for more information.
Registrations are essential. Click here to reserve your place.
Registrations close 1 September 2026.LINKS:
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