From the desk of Miss Perspicacia Tick.
It seems like only yesterday, we were sending out the very first issue of Broomsticks and Cauldrons to keep you all informed of the goings-on of all the Witches planning for Nullus Anxietas X, the Australian Discworld Convention.
But, as Nanny Ogg has been known to say, "Tempers Fuggit". Which, if I may apply my somewhat more classical education to, means "Time Flies". Like an arrow, some may say.1
The convention fast approaches, and we look forward to seeing you all on April 10 at the Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel.
In this probably penultimate edition:
Need to catch up on earlier issues? Read them all here.
There's still time to grab your tickets to the convention, but not much! Online ticket sales close this weekend - on March 28 - so get in quick!
This is your last chance to:
Do this before March 28 or miss out!
Sales for Merchandise, Gala Dinner and Walking Tour have already ended. However
Still need a membership to the convention but finances are tight right now? Read on...
Do you know someone (which could include yourself!) who can be in Sydney April 10-12 but has not yet bought or can't afford a full 3 day convention attendee ticket?
We are holding a lottery for attending tickets generously donated by a few Fairy Godmothers.
If you know a Discworldian who could be our Emberella please let us know! Please include your name and email address, the nominee's name and email address. Please note: this is a lottery so ticket is not guaranteed and does not include contributions to accommodation or travel expenses to attend the convention.
The Maskerade costume, talent and prop competition, a highlight of the Australian Discworld conventions, is for everyone, no matter their skill level of costuming or talent.
So, whether it's your first cosplay, or your fiftieth, whether it's your debut stage appearance or you're a veteran performer, we want to see you at the 2026 Nullus Anxietas X Maskerade to kick off the Witch Trials and show us what you've got!
Please note, Granny Weatherwax will not be competing this year and wishes only the best for all competitors. She will be making treacle again2.
Want to know all the wonderful events happening at the convention? See a sneak peek of the full list of event descriptions on our website, but here's some more highlights on a day-by-day basis:
Registration is available from late morning, with events officially starting at 12 noon. On Friday, you'll be able to:
... finishing up at midnight.
From as early as 8am, we'll have interviews, panels, workshops and more, including:
Once again the day finishes at midnight!
On the final day of the convention, there will be:
We finish up the convention at around 6pm.
Then we'll have to pack up everything out of the function rooms, say our goodbyes, and... if you're staying around on Sunday evening, celebrate with a drink (or many) at the official unofficial Dead Monkey Party.
In addition to all this, throughout the weekend there will be:
You'll get the full schedule with your convention bag on registration, and we hope to have a copy up on our website in the week leading up to the convention.
Memberships for Nullus Anxietas X - Australian Discworld Convention - 10-12 April 2026 in Sydney, NSW, can be purchased here.
As always, if you'd like to volunteer at the convention, we'll need your help, no expertise required... Please fill out the volunteer form.
Wait... This is your first convention and you have no idea wot's wot? Go to the Newcomer's ABC for everything you didn't know you wanted to know, including a special playlist of special videos for you, special newcomers, made specially.
Until then, wotcha!
1 And fruit flies like... Oh, I'm sorry, this gentleman would like to interject and say "Oook" and he appears to have stolen the banana.
2 Be warned and bring your special dentures.
