The secret project–Canberra Natcon 2013

Well, the news is out. Donna Hanson and I are co-charing a bid for Canberra to host the 2013 Natcon.

We'd been toying with the idea for a while, but didn't get organised in time for Swancon, when the decision would be made. We thought we'd blown it, only no one put in, there wasn't a decision made and suddenly there was hope again.

We're quite decided on 2013 for a couple of reasons – a) it fits in with both our plans for the next couple of years (putting it back would not) and b) 2013 is the centenary of Canberra and thus a perfect time to bring the Natcon back.

Donna's going to Continuum this weekend to spruik it, and we've started telling folks about it and letting them know. We're not sure when the new vote will take place (it could be done electronically within the next couple of months or may wait until the Natcon in Melbourne next year) but when it does, we hope everyone who's eligible (members of this year's Natcon) will vote to support the con coming to Canberra.

Both Donna and I love conventions. We've both had experience chairing conventions. We've been talking about our plans and are really excited to bring you all a fun and interesting convention. So please, if you can, vote for us!