Gold Coast Writers' Association Membership Benefits
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Monthly meeting
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50% discount on entry.
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Opportunity to sell your books at the meeting (not available for non-members). 100% of sales go directly to members.
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Discounted advertising to sell your books on the GCWA website. 100% of sales go directly to members.
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Members pay $50 per year per book.
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Non-members pay $120 per year per book.
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Discounted advertising for the promotion of your writing-related business.
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Free (limited time) book launch promotion on the GCWA website and socials.
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Critique groups
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Access to face-to-face members-only critique groups. Have your work read and critiqued as you provide feedback to others.
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Access to an online members-only critique group with feedback and support.
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Write & Sip
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50% discount on entry price.
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Short Story Competition
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50% discount to enter - prices vary depending on the competition offered.
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A detailed critique is available for members only - prices vary depending on the competition offered.
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Invitation to sell your books at GCWA stalls throughout the year.
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Discounts for other occasional events or competitions.
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Access to other occasional member-only events or competitions.
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Access to the GCWA Members’ Facebook group.
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Monthly newsletter.
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An opportunity to volunteer in one of a variety of roles on the GCWA Committee.
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Voting rights at the AGM.
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Receive a 10% discount on book purchases from Big B Books.
If you would like to take advantage of this offer and become part of this vibrant and growing community, the initial joining fee is $50 (12 month's membership) or $99 (3 year's membership).
Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the Gold Coast Writers' Association.
Our aim is to support and encourage writers of all levels and across all genres.
We welcome writers and readers to network, engage, share learning experiences, and connect with a wider audience.
Membership Renewals
Current GCWA members will automatically receive a renewal invoice one month before their membership expiry date. Please note – if you selected a three-year membership, you will only receive an invoice before the end of that three-year term, not annually.
You do not need to complete a new membership application form to renew. Simply respond to your renewal invoice when it arrives. The membership application form is for first-time members only.
If you’re unsure of your membership number or renewal date, please email membership@goldcoastwriters.org and we’ll be happy to help.
Andy McDermott Achievement Award
The Andy McDermott Achievement Award is presented each year to a current financial Gold Coast Writers’ Association member who has made a significant contribution to their own writing/writing business or to the GCWA community.
The 2025 Andy McDermott Achievement Award was presented to Steph Laverie at our AGM in September.
Steph has used her skills, time and talents to make a big difference to the GCWA community. Her effort has had a direct impact on the significant increase of GCWA memberships over the past two years. Our community awareness has grown as a result. Steph is conscientious in everything she does and has worked especially hard over the 2024-2025 term, taking on two significant committee roles. GCWA appreciates and thanks Steph for her commitment and dedication.
If there is someone in our community who you believe is deserving of this award, please consider nominating them for our next presentation in September 2026. Nominations open a month prior to the AGM in September each year.
Join Today
To apply for a new membership, please first read the information in the documents below:
To renew an existing membership, please refer to the invoice emailed to you. Invoices are emailed the month before your membership renewal date. If you have not received an invoice and believe your membership is due, please email the Membership Secretary at membership@goldcoastwriters.org
Please note: If your membership has expired and is more than three months overdue, please submit a new membership application form. Refer above.
To complete your application, download the printable application form or complete the online application form.
Instructions on how to submit your application are in each form.
Please note: The forms below are for new membership applications only. Keep reading for membership renewal information.
For all other membership queries, please email the Membership Secretary at membership@goldcoastwriters.org.
