Calling aspiring wine writers in South Australia

26 September, 2025

Wine Communicators of Australia (WCA) has opened applications for its 2025 South Australian Wine Media Cadetship.

The six month program is delivered by Wine Communicators of Australia in partnership with Great Wine Capitals. From November 2025 to May 2026 the successful cadet will learn from respected wine writers; meet industry leaders; refine their writing skills; deepen their wine knowledge; and gain real world media experience with a wine publication. The Cadet is not remunerated but the opportunities it provides to the cadet are unparalleled.

Lynda Schenk, Chair of Wine Communicators of Australia said “The SA Wine Media Cadetship is one of the initiatives delivered by Wine Communicators of Australia to promote excellence in wine communication. The program is designed to empower aspiring writers with the skills and connections to pursue wine related journalism. We are excited to be able to offer this unique opportunity to one South Australian in 2025/26 with the ongoing support of Adelaide, South Australia’s Great Wine Capitals since 2019.”

Applications close on Monday 13th October 2025.

Express your interest at winecommunicators.com.au

Teri van Aalst, the 2024 SA Wine Media Cadet. Image courtesy Wine Communicators of Australia

Teri van Aalst, the 2024 SA Wine Media Cadet. Image courtesy Wine Communicators of Australia