Scribblers on the Road Pilbara 2025

Scribblers on the Road is returning to the Pilbara for the third consecutive year!

This year’s FREE Family Fun Day is happening indoors at the
JD Hardie Youth & Community Hub on Sunday, 19 October.

It’s going to be a day filled with creativity, connection, and stories designed for all ages to enjoy.
Join us and be part of something magical as we bring together incredible storytellers – Cristy Burne, Jess McGeachin and Kylie Howarth – and creators to inspire imaginations and foster a love of storytelling.

There will be drawing and writing workshops, arts and crafts, storytelling, book signings, a book shop and entertainment.  Join Cristy, Kylie and Jess, along with Hedland’s best storytellers and creative legends, for a day of FREE fun for the whole family! 

Where: Indoors @ JD Hardie Youth & Community Hub
When: Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10AM – 3PM

Stay tuned in the coming weeks for all the exciting announcements!


Scribblers Family Fun Day Goldfileds

On Saturday, 5 April 2025, some of Australia’s top storytellers headed to the Goldfields Arts Centre for the FREE Scribblers on the Road Family Fun Day.

A big thank you to all the talented storytellers, including DC and Marvel Comics writer Shane McCarthy, WA Premier’s Literary Award winner Sally Murphy, First Nations graphic novelist Brenton E. McKenna, and Picture Book of the Year awardee Zeno Sworder, for sharing their skills and passion with everyone who attended.

We're excited to announce that we are coming back to the Pilbara for our next Scribblers on the Road Family Fun Day later this year. Get ready for another day full of stories, creativity, and family fun.

2025 Scribblers on the Road Creative Stars
Goldfields

Brenton E McKenna

Brenton E. McKenna, is a respected Yawuru artist. One of the world’s most renowned First Nations graphic novelists, his works inspire Indigenous voices in the world of graphic novels. He has also gained recognition for his popular weekly comic strip, Old Champ, in The West Australian.

Shane McCarthy

From Batman: Legends of the Dark, Star Wars, Deadpool Team-Up, to Transformers, internationally acclaimed writer for DC and Marvel Comics, Shane McCarthy, has left an indelible mark on the comic world.

Sally Murphy

With more than 50 children’s books to her name, local author Sally Murphy, OAM, is the proud recipient of the Queensland Premier’s Literary Award and the WA Premier’s Literary Award in the children’s book category.

Zeno Sworder

Zeno Sworder is an award-winning writer and illustrator, winning the prestigious Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Picture Book of the Year Award for his unique storytelling and stunning illustrations.

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Brenton E McKenna

Brenton E. McKenna, is a respected Yawuru artist. One of the world’s most renowned First Nations graphic novelists, his works inspire Indigenous voices in the world of graphic novels. He has also gained recognition for his popular weekly comic strip, Old Champ, in The West Australian.

Sally Murphy

With more than 50 children’s books to her name, local author Sally Murphy, OAM, is the proud recipient of the Queensland Premier’s Literary Award and the WA Premier’s Literary Award in the children’s book category.

Shane McCarthy

From Batman: Legends of the Dark, Star Wars, Deadpool Team-Up, to Transformers, internationally acclaimed writer for DC and Marvel Comics, Shane McCarthy, has left an indelible mark on the comic world.

Zeno Sworder

Zeno Sworder is an award-winning writer and illustrator, winning the prestigious Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Picture Book of the Year Award for his unique storytelling and stunning illustrations.

Check out our 2025 Family Fun Day in the Goldfields

Video by Leith Alexander, courtesy of FORM Building a State of Creativity.

Partners

Scribblers on the Road - Pilbara
Thank you to Lotterywest, the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, the City of Kalgoorlie Boulder, Goldfields and Spinifex Trust for their vision and support in helping Scribblers ignite a passion for literature and creativity in young people across the State.
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Scribblers on the Road - Goldfields
Thank you to Lotterywest, the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, the City of Kalgoorlie Boulder, Goldfields and Spinifex Trust for their vision and support in helping Scribblers ignite a passion for literature and creativity in young people across the State.
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Applications are now open for community members who would like to be part of this exciting event.

We’re heading to the Pilbara for the second year to share an amazing day full of free entertainment, workshops, storytelling, art & craft, prizes and a community BBQ.
It’s a great day out for the whole family.  See you there!
We are looking for:  
- Organisations to host community art and craft stalls -
- Volunteers -
- Youth Buskers (aged 13-25) - $100 Performing fee + Busking Tips


For all opportunities, click the link below to apply and answer some short questions about yourself.
We’ll get in touch to let you know the outcome of your application.
Applications close 5PM Wednesday 21 May 2024.
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