Centre for Stories
Sharing stories that matter.
Storytelling Programs
Tell your story
We believe everyone has a story to tell.
Whether you’re a writer or orator, our programs will empower you to share your stories with the world.
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Writing Programs
Our writing programs help early, emerging and established writers and poets commit their work to the page.
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Oral Storytelling
Our oral storytelling training will prepare you to share authentic stories from your life with confidence.
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Centre for Stories
Latest News
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More from the Archive
Stay up to date with activities, programs, and opportunities at Centre for Stories.
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November 6, 2023
Senior-in-Residence Cindy Solonec on path to next novel
Our 2023 Senior-in-Residence Cindy Solonec formally wrapped up her residency with Centre for Stories this month, having worked with us for 3 months to begin the manuscript of her next […]
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November 6, 2023
$35,000 Patricia Kailis International Writing Fellowship returns for 2024
The fellowship supports the work of talented individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to ideas and practices that foster belonging and better cross-cultural understanding.
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October 31, 2023
Madison Godfrey and Mararo Wangai are the 2023 Maria Pallotta-Chiarolli Writing Fellows
We are proud to announce Madison Godfrey and Mararo Wangai as the recipients of the 2023 Maria Pallotta Chiarolli Fellowship.
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Events
What’s on?
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Courtyard Yarning: First Nations Readings
Dec 7
Readings from our First Nations Writers WA Group and guest First Nations authors. By invite only.
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Fundamentals of Screenwriting with Perun Bonser
Dec 15
Learn the basics of storytelling for the screen with this interactive workshop from writer/director Perun Bonser.
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Ink & Echo: Monthly Poetry Meetup
Dec 16
Your monthly Saturday evening poetry writing and reading community, guided by author and poet SoulReserve.
Our Stories
We have helped more than 500 people tell their story. Get to know one of our featured artists or explore our collections of written and oral stories as well as interviews.
This month’s featured collections
Follow our podcast
Stories that will expand your horizon of what it means to be human.
The Centre for Stories Podcast is a series of conversations, stories and insights into the complex, funny, tragic, reflective and all-together human experiences that make our lives meaningful.
Shop our publications
Under The Paving Stones, The Beach features the poetry, prose and non-fiction writing from emerging talent in Western Australia.
This anthology joins an array of other publications published by Centre for Stories that aim to showcase the outcomes of our storytelling programs and writers from diverse and historically underrepresented backgrounds.
Storytelling Services
Word Up: Youth Program
Helping them to find their voice
Thanks for being here with us! We enjoyed having a new concept to learn English, and all that you brought with it. We loved how you came with a great mind to teach us and how much we learnt during the process! – Anonymous student, Yule Brook College
Help us do more
We’re on a mission to create a diverse, inclusive, and cohesive society through the art of storytelling. Join us in supporting emerging artists and sharing powerful stories from across our community.
