The La Trobe University Library is a hub of information, events and engagement. Throughout the year, you can immerse yourself in Launches @ the Library, a series celebrating and showcasing the work of La Trobe authors. If you’re a writer, whether seasoned or just starting out, don’t miss Writers on Campus, a welcoming space to connect and be inspired. All students across all year levels are encouraged and welcome to attend.
Stay tuned to the MyLaTrobe channels for updates on upcoming events.
Here’s a sneak peak into what’s on for 2025:
- 25 March 2025 – Writers on Campus – Melbourne (Bundoora)
Location: La Trobe University Library, Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
Time: 12:30pm – 1:15pm
This month, as part of the Writers on Campus series, we explore the experiences and possibilities of writers starting out. Author and creative writing lecturer, Catherine Padmore, will talk with two La Trobe postgraduate researchers and writers, Tara Calaby (PhD student) and Louise Falconer (PhD student).
Registrations for this event have now closed
- 29 April 2025 – Launches @ the Library – Melbourne (Bundoora)
Location: La Trobe University Library, Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
Time: 12.30 pm – 1.30 pm
Hosted by Stella Prize winning novelist, Carrie Tiffany, this event features a conversation with author Kelly Gardiner (Miss Caroline Bingley and Private Detective), Dr Sharmini Kumar and historian Kylie Mirmohamadi (Diving & Falling). Light refreshments available.
Registrations for this event have now closed
- 27 May 2025 – Writers on Campus – Melbourne (Bundoora)
Location: La Trobe University Library, Melbourne (Bundoora) campus, Library Seminar Room 1.34
Time: 1.15 pm – 2.15 pm
Writing sport
Sport is a national obsession in Australia and a thriving industry. Millions of us absorb writing about sport and recreation every week – from game recaps or analyses to training and wellbeing tips, your local club newsletters to major reports on issues affecting our favourite sports and communities.
What does it take to write well about sport and recreation? Whether it’s trackside reporting or policy recommendations, this Writers on Campus session will take us inside the clubrooms and boardrooms, with writers who are experts on both sport and how to write about it.
Speakers:
Dr Merryn Sherwood – Senior Lecturer, Department of Politics, Media and Philosophy, La Trobe University
Dr Pam Kappelides – Senior Lecturer, Sport and Recreation Management, La Trobe University
Please note events details are subject to change, be sure to check this webpage for upcoming information.