Win Tickets to Words in Winter 2026 in Daylesford

August 9, 2026

Tags: Daylesford, Diversity & Inclusion, Q Magazine Competition, Transgender, Words in Winter

Trans and gender diverse creativity—beyond the gatekeepers

Win a double pass to Words in Winter 2026—one of regional Victoria’s most beloved literary festivals, returning to Daylesford and Hepburn Springs from 26–30 August on Djaara Country.

One lucky winner and their guest will receive complimentary tickets to Trans and gender diverse creativity—beyond the gatekeepers, taking place on Saturday 29 August, 3–4pm at Daylesford Town Hall. Featuring trans, non-binary and disabled author Jasper Peach, writer and social worker Erin Riley and writer Liz Duck-Chong in conversation about what it means to tell queer and trans stories in a publishing landscape that hasn’t always made space for them.

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All you have to do is ‘subscribe’ (for free) to Q Magazine to be in the draw. All current subscribers are automatically included in all competitions on Q Magazine.

The winner will be contacted directly by Words in Winter with all the information you need. Entries close at close of business on Friday the 21st of August 2026.

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