Published 25 February 2026, updated 27 February 2026
As part of the Bunbury Public Libraries’ Literacy Festival, this workshop offers practical guidance on writing English that is clear, engaging, and effective, while maintaining depth, authority, and style. Because whatever you are writing, your reader should always come first.
Date: Friday 10 April
Time: 1.30pm - 4.30pm
Location: Withers Community Library – Hudson Road, South Bunbury
Plain English is a powerful writing approach that puts the reader first. It focuses on clarity, concision, and structure, making ideas easier to understand and more satisfying to read. Contrary to popular belief, strong writing doesn’t rely on fancy vocabulary, long sentences, or “official” language. In fact, complex ideas are often best expressed in straightforward, well‑crafted prose.
Whether you’re writing for work, study, publication, or personal projects, this workshop will help you streamline your writing and communicate with confidence and impact.
This workshop is perfect for writers of all levels, professionals who write reports, emails, proposals, or web content, students and academics, creative writers, and anyone who wants to make their writing clearer, stronger, and more engaging.
No prior training in writing is required. Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential.
About the Presenter
Dr Alan Hancock is an experienced writing teacher and editor with a passion for clear, effective communication. His approach combines practical technique with a deep understanding of how English works and how readers read.
About the festival:
The City of Bunbury Public Libraries presents the inaugural Literacy Festival, a vibrant, community-focused celebration of reading, writing and storytelling. Across 12 days and 21 events, the festival will bring stories to life through interactive storytelling, inspiring author talks, creative writing workshops, drawing sessions, family-friendly activities and literacy-focused programs for all ages.
The festival promotes essential lifelong literacy skills while showcasing local authors and illustrators. Free or low-cost and open to all, the festival reinforces that literacy is for everyone.
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- Tickets are non-refundable but are transferable upon request. If you are unable to attend this event after booking, please contact 9792 7190 or bunlib@bunbury.wa.gov.au.