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Broomsticks and Cauldrons

Greetings from the desk of Miss Perspicacia Tick.

Whether you're sipping scumble1 in Lancre, dodging assassins in Ankh-Morpork, or just trying not to fall off the edge of the world, welcome to another issue of Broomsticks and Cauldrons2

This modest missive of magic, mischief, and mildly alarming metaphysics is for witches of all stages (from full coven to solitary kettle-simmerers) and anyone else willing to cross into the realm of practical wisdom, magical oddments, updates from the wild broom-paths, and happy for a dash of advice you didn't ask for, but very likely need.

So, …

You'd Better Watch Out - Hogswatch in July is coming to town!

Greetings all,

In this issue:

  • Hogswatch in July
  • Convention Newcomers
  • Big Job Guest Announcements

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Hogswatch in July!

The Australian Discworld Convention presents The Hogswatch in July Dinner. Saturday July 12, Sydney Stamford Plaza Hotel. Picture of the Hogfather - a Santa Claus-like figure with a pig nose and tusks - stands against a snowy field of pine trees.

With a bit of timey wimey assistance from the history monks, we present: Hogswatch... in July.

An evening of merriment with fellow Discworld fans as a taster of what's to come at Nullus Anxietas X in …

Witchfinding with Miss Tick

Miss Perspicacia Tick has travelled from the Lowlands and is searching for new witches. Nanny Ogg has agreed to help, and Granny Weatherwax is along to ensure Nanny doesn't get up to shenanigans.

But first, for those who missed last month's announcement:

Nullus Anxietas X - The Australian Discworld Convention will be held on 10th - 12th April, 2026, at the Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel, 241 O'Riordan Street, Mascot, NSW, 2020.

You can find more details and buy your membership in our shop. If you have already bought a supporting membership, please go here to …

The Bumper Issue

Yes, folks! We are full of it - news that is.

In this bumper issue:

  • Venue and Dates Revealed!
  • New Look, New Logo
  • Hogswatch In July

Venue and Dates Revealed!

Nullus Anxietas X - The Australian Discworld Convention would like to invite you1 to celebrate the Witches of Discworld.

You, a white cat, stands on a sign that reads "I Aten't Dead". Artwork Copyright Paul Kidby. www.paulkidby.com

Copyright © Paul Kidby.

When?

10-12 April, 2026

Where?

Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel, 241 O'Riordan Street, Mascot, NSW, 2020

You know the Where! You know the When! Now, it's time to get …

The Magic of Terry Pratchett... at the Adelaide Fringe

Come and see The Magic of Terry Pratchett

UK author Marc Burrows released his biography "The Magic of Terry Pratchett" in 2020, to great success, and it even won a Locus award. He then turned it into a show, which started at the Edinburgh Fringe and has toured all over the UK, performing to over 12000 people.

You may recall that we interviewed Marc about his book and show at the 2024 Australian Discworld Convention.

Now, Marc brings his show all the way to the other side of the world, for the Adelaide Fringe, with "The Magic …