THE NEXT WORD
A six-day story-making retreat in Margaret River
Join Jane Cornes and Alice Night for daily workshops in creating more and better words.
PLUS writing masterclasses with
Gillian O'Shaughnessy and John Harman
21-26 OCTOBER 2026
"Few people can organise this well and put everyone at ease the way Jane does."
"I loved the space and vibe that Jane created. I felt welcome, inspired and connected."
"I loved the space and vibe that Jane created. I felt welcome, inspired and connected."
Jane Cornes
Alice Night
Gillian O'Shaughnessy
John Harman
"Alice has some kind of magic when it comes to supporting people to move beyond their limits."
"Alice holds an astonishing space for deep creative wells to bubble up and find the light of day."
"Alice holds an astonishing space for deep creative wells to bubble up and find the light of day."
Writers tell their stories in so many ways – long and short form, fiction, non-fiction, memoir and song, to name just a few.
- Join Jane Cornes and Alice Night for daily workshops in how to write more and better words for your stories.
- Gain insider knowledge on how to hone your craft for publication in masterclasses by Gillian O'Shaughnessy and John Harman.
- Learn how to turn words into songs.
Your retreat fee of $2150 includes:
6 days/5 nights' twin share accommodation (private options available - see booking info)
Daily writing workshops with Jane and Alice
Masterclasses with Gill O'Shaughnessy and John Harman
Daily songwriting workshop.
All breakfasts and dinners.
A long table lunch and guided wine tasting at Cullen Wines
Local attendees $650:
A limited number of non-residential places are available for local attendees.
This includes attendance at all workshops and masterclasses.
A $500 deposit secures your spot.
(Local attendees: $250 deposit applies)