Bond University Story Hub at Storyfest Gold Coast 2027

Go behind the scenes at Storyfest Gold Coast with the Bond University Story Hub, a hands-on reporting experience for local students in Years 9 to 12 interested in writing, journalism or social media.

Returning for its second year, our pop-up newsroom gives secondary students the opportunity to upskill in the world of media, working alongside leading storytellers and academics from Bond University, including Walkley-Award winning journalist Dr Caroline Graham. 

When: Tuesday 23 to Wednesday 24 March 2027
Where
: Somerset College, Mudgeeraba, Gold Coast
Who
: Students in Years 9 to 12 - no experience required!
Applications close
: Friday 05 March 2027


Highlights

Short-form videos
Storyteller interviews
News writing and photography

Short-form videos

Lulu Allen and Sophieschleimer-Newman film and edit a short introduction to the Storyfest Gold Coast 2026 writers' festival. 

Storyteller interviews

Anya Sabapathi and Henry Hoare ask storytellers about writing, creating and sharing stories in How to create: Three tips from legendary storytellers.

News writing and photography

Across the three days, several blogs and written pieces were created by the Story Hub student reporters. 

From Amie Cawood’s inspiration to Jessica Townsend’s creative journey, the student reporters interviewed storytellers including Kate and Jol Temple, Jade Goodwin and Aśka, sharing their stories with the wider Storyfest community.

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