The Nillumbik Prize for Contemporary Writing 2026

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Writers Victoria is pleased to partner with the Nillumbik Shire Council again to present Nillumbik Prize for Contemporary Writing 2026.

This prestigious biennial national prize offers contemporary Australian writers an opportunity to win cash prizes and to profile their work. 

A total prize pool of $17,500 will be awarded, with entries now open in the following categories:

Short Story
Up to 2500 words
Theme: Echoes
Open, Local and Youth awards

Poetry
Up to 60 lines, all forms accepted Theme: Echoes
Open, Local and Youth awards

The winning entries will be published in an anthology and presented at a major public event in May 2026.

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