Title: Opening Ceremony

Status: confirmed

Proposed by: Maia Bobrowicz

Description:

Come one and all to the Opening Ceremony for Contact: Swancon 2009!

The convention committee will introduce and welcome our guests and members, tell you about the key events planned for the con, and cover some necessary administrivia.

This will be followed by a "Guide to Swancon" session designed for new members but open to all. Experienced and friendly convention-goers will demystify the workings of Swancon, and explain how everyone can get the most from the panel programme, exhibitions, activities, competitions, games, sales, and socialising on offer over the 5 days.

Room Notes:

Tags: Equipment: AV, Format: Panel

Confirmed panellists: PRK, Maia Bobrowicz, Jaunita Landesse, Elaine Kemp, Jess Bridges, Richard Morgan, Trudi Canavan, Theresa Anns, Rob Masters , Leece, Stephanie Bateman-Graham, Linda Deegan, Christopher Phillips, Alistair McKie, Kathryn Linge, Terry Chilvers

One additional panellist has been suggested.

Rooms: Montana B, Montana A

Time: Thursday 7:30 PM

Title: Auction

Status: confirmed

Proposed by:

Description:

Bid on things you want to buy - it's like e-bay, but in person!

Room Notes:

Tags: General

Confirmed panellists: John Robertson, Grant Watson, Calum Watson, Davina Watson, Craig Greenbank, Elaine Kemp, Linda Deegan

One additional panellist has been suggested.

Room: Montana A

Times: Friday 5:00 PM, Friday 4:00 PM

Title: How to write and/or beta fanfiction

Status: confirmed

Proposed by: Cathy Cupitt

Description:

Learn the tricks of the fanfiction trade: how to hook your readers into your story, and how to critique with tact.

Room Notes:

Tags: Writing

Confirmed panellists: Elaine Kemp, Jess Bridges, Fern Clarke

No additional panellists have been suggested.

Room: Oshaneshii

Time: Saturday 7:30 PM

Title: Writing in an Aussie voice

Status: confirmed

Proposed by:

Description:

Who does it well? Who does it badly? Tips and tricks

Room Notes:

Tags: Writing

Confirmed panellists: Elaine Kemp, Stephen Dedman, Cat Sparks, Paul Kidd

No additional panellists have been suggested.

Room: Oshaneshii

Time: Sunday 2:00 PM

Title: Cosplay Photo session in the Hotel Lobby

Status: confirmed

Proposed by: Jess Bridges

Description:

Swancon are providing a tableau stage, lighting and a photographer with a digital SLR camera. Sign up at reception desk for the chance to pose in costume and have your photo taken for free. All participants will have their photographs emailed to them after the convention. Individuals and groups welcome.

Elaine's photographs have been professionally published by Out in Perth newspaper, and her photos are displayed in the art show.

Participate at you own risk!

Location: Hotel Lobby

Room Notes:

Tags: Costuming

Confirmed panellists: Elaine Kemp

No additional panellists have been suggested.

Room: Other

Times: Sunday 4:00 PM, Sunday 3:00 PM

Title: Closing Ceremony

Status: confirmed

Proposed by:

Description:

All good things must come to an end... come and farewell Swancon for another year.

Room Notes:

Tags: Format: Panel, Equipment: AV

Confirmed panellists: PRK, Maia Bobrowicz, Jaunita Landesse, Elaine Kemp, Jess Bridges, Richard Morgan, Trudi Canavan, Theresa Anns, Rob Masters , Leece, Linda Deegan, Christopher Phillips, Alistair McKie, Kathryn Linge, Terry Chilvers, Stephanie Bateman-Graham

No additional panellists have been suggested.

Rooms: Montana B, Montana A

Time: Monday 4:00 PM