Ballarat Writers runs several critique groups, including one in Creswick. Keep an eye on its newsletter for details.
What is a critique group?
The purpose of these critique groups is to read and give feedback on each others’ work. The initial meetings involve laying down ground rules about critiquing and ensuring everyone has equal time on their work. The goal is to help all writers improve not only their own writing, but also their feedback skills. Members are to give each other time to speak without being interrupted, and critique respectfully.
Which groups can you join?
The Creswick Critique Group meets on the second Saturday of the month at 12.30pm at The American Hotel in Creswick. This is a relaxed group sharing short pieces of writing including poetry, stories and excerpts from larger pieces; feedback and comments are provided in a friendly and supportive environment, with plenty of discussion. Contact Frank at [email protected] if you’re interested in joining.
The Lake View Critique Group meets at the Lake View Hotel at 10:30AM on the first Thursday of the month. You can email your work in advance to: [email protected] so there is time to give feedback, or just come along and see if the group seems right for you. No restrictions on genre, as there is a wide range of styles within the group. We accept short stories and chapters of longer works and discuss our feedback in a relaxed manner over optional coffee and brunch.
The Poetry Group meets at the American Hotel, 90 Albert St, Creswick at 12:30 pm on the third Wednesday of the month. If you are interested in joining, email Darren at [email protected].
The Evening Critique Group meets at The North Star Hotel on the third Tuesday of the month from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, accepting fiction and screenwriting submissions only with no restriction on genre and style. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact Darren at [email protected].
If you have any questions, please contact Ballarat Writers through the contact form on the website.
Last updated: October 2026