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Competition Banner TWO.pngWelcome to our hub of poetic possibility! Across the motu, competitions have been blooming — from nationwide contests to local treasures. While some deadlines have now passed, there are still plenty of opportunities to enter, so don’t pack away your pen just yet.

Whether you're a seasoned poet or scribbling your first stanza, there’s something here for everyone. Explore what’s still open, get those entries in, and let your words shine on Friday 22 August!

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AUCKLAND LIBRARIES: FOR THE LOVE OF READING! POETRY COMPETITION

Auckland Libraries Mt Albert etc For the Love of Reading Competition Poster.pngPoetry lovers and complete newbies alike are invited to write and submit poems inspired by what THEY love to read!

Maybe it's sweet, fluffy fanfiction? Non-fiction books about your lifetime hobby or passion? Or out-of-this-world science fiction novels…?

Readers of all kinds are encouraged to pick up a pen or keyboard and put what they love about their favourites into poetry!

Submit your poem digitally through the Google Form, or hand in a physical copy to any of the participating libraries. Include your name, age, and contact details (yourself or your guardians’) so we can get in touch with winners!

Entry Details: This is event is totally free! There will be judging categories for Tamariki and Younger Rangatahi (15 & under), and Older Rangatahi and Adults (16 & over).

Locations: Mt Albert (St Lukes) Library – 84 St Lukes Road, Mt Albert.

Mt Roskill (Three Kings) Library - 546 Mt Albert Rd, Mt Roskill.

Epsom Library - 195 Manukau Rd, Epsom.

Pt Chevalier Little Library - Annex at Point Chevalier Community Centre, 18 Huia Road, Pt Chevalier.

Date/Times: Submissions open from 1st August 9.00AM, and close Monday 18th August, 5.30PM. Winners will be announced on National Poetry Day, Friday 22nd August!

Contact: Chloe Pope – chloe.pope@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Further Info: Google Form submission: https://forms.gle/kSf3dcqDZBnY3xGn6