JASA
The Jane Austen Society of Australia Inc.
The Jane Austen Society of Australia is a member-based association founded in 1989 to bring together lovers and admirers of Jane Austen in this part of the world. We number academics and scholars amongst our members, but we are mostly enthusiastic amateurs who meet to discuss the genius of Austen and to explore the era that gave rise to her.
Although based in Sydney, we have members in all states of Australia and overseas, and we warmly welcome visitors to our events.
We produce regular publications, have a member’s library, and sell Austen-inspired items through our Regency Fair stall at meetings.
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JASA Christmas Lunch 2025
View the event calendar to see all upcoming JASA events, except for Regional meetings.
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Fancy a bit of literary mischief? The team at The Spectator invited writers to “re-discover” a lost letter from Jane Austen — a cheeky, playful
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A lovely moment from Dr Marie Sørbø’s talk at our October Conference, reflecting on how translations shape the Austen we meet on the page. Even
Jane Austen Society of Australia is at St Andrew's Cathedral Sydney.
On Saturday 22 November, St Andrew’s Cathedral hosted a beautiful afternoon celebrating Jane Austen’s life, writing, and faith — one of many events taking place
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“One half of the world cannot understand the pleasures of the other.” — Emma (1815) A gentle reminder from Austen that our joys don’t need
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A quick Sunday listen ☕📚 If you’re in the mood for something thoughtful (and a little funny) this Sunday, have a listen to ABC’s The
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Last Friday we offered a Regency guide to announcing you’d overindulged… Today, we present the natural sequel: elegant excuses for your morning-after misery. 🍷➡️💀✨ Whether
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🎂 Jane Austen: A Literary High Tea — Tuesday 16 December 2025 Hosted by Parliament of NSW If you’re looking for a lovely way to
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“Why does Jane Austen endure? Because she’s versatile, accessible, and — as @dmkramp puts it — ‘perceived to be safe.’ Safe enough to stay on
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“To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment.” - Mansfield Park As conversations grow around