33rd World Science Fiction Convention
The 33rd World Science Fiction Convention, called Aussiecon, was held in Melbourne, Australia, August 14–17, 1975, at the Southern Cross Hotel.
| Aussiecon, the 33rd World Science Fiction Convention | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Science fiction |
| Dates | 14–17 August 1975 |
| Venue | Southern Cross Hotel |
| Location(s) | Melbourne |
| Country | Australia |
| Attendance | 606 |
| Filing status | non-profit |
The guests of honour were Ursula K. Le Guin (pro), Susan Wood (fan), Mike Glicksohn (fan), and Donald Tuck (Australian). Aussiecon was significant in the development of cohesive Australian activity around science fiction and fantasy fandom. The chairman was Robin Johnson. The toastmaster was John Bangsund. Total attendance was 606.
Awards
The Hugo Awards, named after Hugo Gernsback, are presented every year for the best science fiction or fantasy works and achievements of the previous year. The results are based on the ballots submitted by members of the World Science Fiction Society. Other awards, including the Astounding Award for Best New Writer (since 1973; named "John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer" until 2019), are also presented at each year's Worldcon.[1]
Hugo Awards
- Best Novel: The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin
- Best Novella: "A Song for Lya" by George R. R. Martin
- Best Novelette: "Adrift Just Off the Islets of Langerhans: Latitude 38° 54′ N, Longitude 77° 00′ 13″ W" by Harlan Ellison
- Best Short Story: "The Hole Man" by Larry Niven
- Best Dramatic Presentation: Young Frankenstein
- Best Professional Editor: Ben Bova
- Best Professional Artist: Frank Kelly Freas
- Best Amateur Magazine: The Alien Critic, edited by Richard E. Geis
- Best Fan Writer: Richard E. Geis
- Best Fan Artist: Bill Rotsler
Other awards
- Special Award: Donald A. Wollheim as "the fan who has done everything"
- Special Award: Walt Lee for Reference Guide to Fantastic Films
- John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer: P. J. Plauger
- Gandalf Grand Master Award: Fritz Leiber
References
- "Hugo Award FAQ". The Hugo Awards. World Science Fiction Society. Retrieved 2018-11-11.
External links
| Preceded by 32nd World Science Fiction Convention Discon II in Washington, D.C., United States (1974) |
List of Worldcons 33rd World Science Fiction Convention Aussiecon in Melbourne, Australia (1975) |
Succeeded by 34th World Science Fiction Convention MidAmeriCon Kansas City, United States (1976) |