Named in honour of a distinguished Queensland poet, the Arts Queensland Val Vallis Award for an unpublished poem is committed to recognising and celebrating the work of Australian poets.
Prizes:
- Winner: $1,500 + publication with Westerly
- Runner-Up: $500 + publication with Westerly
- Shortlist: One Year Membership with QWC
Submit an unpublished poem (or suite of poems) up to 80 lines in length.
Entrants should be Australian citizens or currently resident in Australia.
Entries close 10 September.
For more information about this award and how to enter, visit the Queensland Writers Centre website here.