Women on the Road Writers Weekend – Feb 19 & 20, 2011
The first Women on the Road Writers weekend proved to be a fabulous event and was thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended. We had over 200 patrons each session with people traveling from as far away as Bendigo, Daylesford, Mansfield, the Mornington Peninsula and many from Melbourne as well as Aireys, Angelsea and surrounding townships .The feedback has been amazing, from both the attendees and the speakers and we thank everyone for their kind responses.
For those who missed it, the line up of speakers was truly superb and as hosts we really had to pinch ourselves at what was occurring in front of us. The brainchild of playwright Hannie Rayson, the first Women on the Road Guest Speakers were; MaryAnne Carroll -TV producer, Kate Holden- writer & columnist for The Age, Judy Horacek- cartoonist, Toni Jordan- novelist, Cate Kennedy – novelist & poet, Sue Maslin – Film and TV Producer, Alice Pung – writer, Hannie Rayson- playwright, screenwriter, Amanda Smith – broadcaster from ABC Radio National & Rachel Ward – actress, writer and director of film and TV.
Images and Patron Feedback from the Women on the Road Writers Weekend…
From Playwright Hannie Rayson: “This festival really did surpass all my expectations.”
From Author Kate Holden:”I had a total blast as both a guest of the festival and as an attendee, I thoroughly enjoyed every second.”
From Author Cate Kennedy: “Thank you, thank you, I loved being there, I loved participating, I loved hearing other people’s stories and perspectives.”
“It was truly entertaining, informative and very well organised. Well done, congratulations and a huge thanks.” Anonymous feedback from Fairhaven resident.
“What a line-up…priceless!!!Women are the bomb!’ Anonymous feedback from Bells Beach
“Loved the whole weekend and applaud the execution of the event” Anonymous feedback from Melbourne.
“I enjoyed it thoroughly. It was a great privilege to be part of such a great event. The women writers were intelligent, vibrant and very interseting. Your professional organisation was a credit to you.” Anonymous feedback from Aireys Inlet
