Poetry & Prose

23/04/2026

One week to go until entries close for the 2026 Queensland Literary Awards!

Whether you're a published author or emerging writer, we'd love to hear from you and help provide the next boost to your writing career!

Visit our website for eligibility criteria and information on how to enter: www.qlas.com.au

24/02/2026

Southerly is excited to announce Australia's newest literary prize. As part of our ongoing revival plan, the inaugural Southerly Poetry Prize will open for entries from March 1st with a submission deadline of April 15, 2026. All Australian poets are eligible to enter.

The winner will receive a cash prize of $2000 AUD, with their winning entry published in Southerly 81.1 in October 2026.

Along with all shortlisted entries, the winner will also be published in Southerly online.

The judges for this year's inaugural prize are Paul Dawson (Southerly's poetry editor), along with esteemed poets Kate Fagan and Bronwyn Lea.

Keep an eye on the Southerly website and social media pages for further information about submission details.

https://southerlylitmag.com.au/the-southerly-poetry-prize/

23/01/2026

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23/01/2026

Across its 40-issue history, Rabbit: a journal for nonfiction poetry has gathered together and disseminated poems from across the globe that have addressed themes such as Science, Geography, Politics, (Auto)Biography, Belonging, Form, Indigenous, Reportage, Archive, Architecture, Extinction and many...

04/01/2026

A fun, inspiring & practical masterclass - all welcome

In this fun and practical session, over about 50 minutes (or so), I’ll guide you through:

✏ How to develop an interesting main character
✏ How to write for a specific audience
✏ The layout and structure of a picture book
✏ And tips on things to consider before you begin your publishing journey

All attendees will also receive my Storyboard Template for FREE

Whether you’re a teacher, a mum, grandparent or just someone with a story to tell - this class is a brilliant first step.

I’ve helped over 1,500 people publish their own children’s picture books - many of them started right here with this free writing masterclass.

You could be next!

04/01/2026

04/01/2026

Goldfields Libraries and Eaglehawk Festivals Inc. are calling for entries from writers all over Australia for the annual Mulga Bill Writing Award, a celebration of creativity at the Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival.

29/12/2025

Audition 8 February 2026

27/11/2025

22/11/2025

Margaret Loy P**a, Anatye – Bush Potato 2012, acrylic on Belgian linen, 149 x 152cm, Winner Muswellbrook Art Prize 2013, Painting, Muswellbrook Shire Art Collection.