WordFest 2025: Launch with Michelle Brasier Launching WordFest 2025 is the incredibly talented comedian, actor, and singer Michelle Brasier. Michelle will discuss her new memoir, My Brother’s Ashes are in a Sandwich Bag.
WordFest 2025: Author Talk with Sharni Layton Join us for an inspiring evening with Sharni Layton, one of Australia's most dynamic and versatile athletes. Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from one of Australia's most celebrated athletes as she discusses her book No Apologies.
Wordfest 2025: Author Talk with Andrew Rule Join us for an evening with Underbelly author and award-winning crime reporter Andrew Rule. He will discuss his latest book, Life & Crimes: True Stories from Australia’s Underbelly.
WordFest 2025: In-Conversation with Emelia Jackson Join bestselling author and MasterChef champion Emelia Jackson as she discusses her latest book, Some of My Best Friends Are Cookies.
WordFest 2025: In-Conversation with Jane Bunn Bring the whole family and join Jane Bunn for a fun-filled author talk about her new picture book, Storm. Jane will share insights about her life, career, and the significant role weather has played in her own journey.
WordFest 2025: In-Conversation with Joel Selwood Join former Geelong Captain Joel Selwood for an engaging evening as he discusses his book, All In. Joel will share experiences from his professional career and personal life, aiming to inspire others to be their best selves.
WordFest 2025: Writing Workshop with Cath Moore Join award-winning screenwriter Cath Moore for an evening of professional advice to help develop your writing skills. Don't miss this chance to learn from one of the industry's top professionals!
WordFest 2025: Author Talk with Jacinta Parsons Enjoy an engaging evening with Jacinta Parsons as she shares insights into her new book A Wisdom of Age. Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear from one of Australia's most inspiring voices.
WordFest 2025: Sir John Monash Lecture with Katherine Biber Join us for an engaging evening as part of the Sir John Monash Lecture series, featuring Dr Katherine Biber, the acclaimed author of The Last Outlaw: An Insight into the DNA of the Australian Nation.
Short Story Competition 2025 The annual WordFest Short Story Competition is a celebration of local emerging writers and is open to all members of the Monash community over the age of 12.