Open Section
First Prize - $1,500, Runner Up - $250
Youth Section
First Prize - $200, Runner Up - $50
CALD Youth sub-category
First Prize - $200, Runner Up - $50
Key Dates
Opens on the 3rd July 2021
Closes on the 5th September 2021
Awards Ceremony - 28th November 2021 – 2:00pm
The Awards Ceremony will be a hybrid event available online and in person in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges on the 28th November 2021 at 2:00pm.
Entry Fees
Open Section
$15 per poem entry
Youth Section
4 poems for free (12-18 years) – additional entries $5 per poem
Youth Sub - Category CALD
Open to poets aged 12-18 who have spoken English for 5 years or less. Eligible poets use checkbox when entering youth section, to also be included in this sub-section.
See full terms and conditions for further details
Woorilla Poetry Prize is 100% volunteer run and not-for-profit. Donations help to pay judges, cover expenses and increase prize money.
For greater donations or sponsorship opportunities, contact us at info@woorilla.org.au
Thanks for helping Woorilla Poetry Prize grow and support emerging poets.
Woorilla Poetry Prize is 100% volunteer run and not-for-profit. Donations help to pay judges, cover expenses and increase prize money.
For greater donations or sponsorship opportunities, contact us at info@woorilla.org.au
Thanks for helping Woorilla Poetry Prize grow and support emerging poets.