Geelong Regional Libraries and Deakin University are very pleased to announce the winner of the inaugural Local Word Writing Prize is Dani Netherclift, from Mansfield, Victoria, for her entry titled “Telephone and Address Book”.
Dani receives first place prize money of $2000 plus a one-hour mentoring session with a Deakin University writing practitioner.
Dani's entry was selected as the overall winner from the four shortlisted entries, with the remaining three Commended entrants receiving prize money of $250 each. These are:
The prizes were announced at the World Poetry Day event at Geelong Library & Heritage Centre. Congratulations to Dani and all shortlisted entrants!
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We are delighted to announce that the brand new Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library opens to our community on Thursday 1 August!
New members under 18 will receive one of four, limited-edition library cards designed by local artist, and go into the chance to win great prizes!
We invite you to submit an expression of interest (EOI) to sell your pre-loved or handmade goods at our Sustainable Market on Saturday 27 July. Please note, no fresh or cooked goods, or alcohol can be sold at these markets.
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