Poetry & Spoken Word
Is a writing career a viable option in Australia?
Funding cuts and the need for a living wage for writers figure strongly in the discussion about the future of…
Writing doesn’t deliver a living wage says new Australia Council report
An Australian author’s average income is just $18,200 a year according to a new Australia Council survey.
To amplify diverse voices
A specialised bookstore advocates for books written by authors of colour to take up more space on our shelves.
A poem for a tree – POEM FOREST
For each entry in this poetry competition, a tree was planted in an attempt to seed hope for the environment.
Carclew celebrates 50 years of youth arts in South Australia
In its 50th year of operation, Carclew reflects on the past while warmly embracing the future.
Admissions into art, language and mental health
A collection documenting mental health in Australia by a wide range of voices with lived experience.
Book review: Alchemy, Wendy Sharpe and Kate Forsyth
A creatively brilliant amalgamation of poetry and art.
Poetry and hip-hop music, how does that work?
An Australian modernist poet reconfigurated through spoken words and moving screen for a contemporary audience.
How autism shaped the poetry of Les Murray
Les Murray said his autism shaped his poetry; Amanda Tink reveals how Murray's later poems offer insights into his creative…
A national celebration of poetry’s diversity
A month of readings, events and workshops takes off in August to showcase diverse poetic talents and the breadth of…