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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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ANNUAL NZSA WAIKATO POETRY COMPETITION

Waikato NZSA poster.png To celebrate National Poetry Day NZSA Waikato host their Annual Poetry Competition. This years judge is poet & essayist Joan Fleming. Winners will be announced at our August 20th meeting hosted by Joan Fleming.

Entry Details:

  • One entry per person. In order to be eligible to enter & win writers must currently be based in the Waikato region.
  • Each entry is to be formatted in 12-point font & double-spaced.
  • Entries should be submitted as a Word document or as a pdf.
  • Entries are limited to a maximum of one A4 page. Your name should only appear in your email entry but not on the A4 Word Document itself.
  • Competition is free to enter.
  • Competition Prizes; 1st place prize $30 Poppies Book Voucher, 2nd place prize $25 Poppies Book Voucher and 3rd place prize $20 Poppies Book Voucher. Winners will be announced at the August meeting.
  • Top 3 placed poems will be shared in the September Newsletter.
  • Entries must be submitted to waikatobranchnzsa@gmail.com by 11:59pm on 3rd August.

Submission dates: 14 July 2025 to 3rd August 11:59pm

Contact: Imé Corkery waikatobranchnzsa@gmail.com

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