Applications are now open for the Writers Victoria & Edenhope Artist Residency.
For the first time, Writers Victoria is offering two members a two-week residency during November 2025 in partnership with Edenhope Artist Residency. This opportunity is possible thanks to the Grace Marion Wilson Trust.
This opportunity is exclusive to Writers Victoria members. One placement will be awarded to a First Nations or culturally and linguistically diverse writer.
Residency details
Writers Victoria members writing in any genre are invited to spend two weeks immersed in creativity and quiet reflection in the artists house at Edenhope Artist Residency.
The residency includes 24/7 access to the studio building attached and your own private room. Please note that the residence is self-catered (no meals provided).
From Melbourne, you can travel to Edenhope via train and bus. By car it is approximately 5 hours from Melbourne.
About Edenhope Artist Residency
- The house accommodates up to four artists at a time, each in a private room.
- Each bedroom also has a heating/cooling split system that is independently controlled.
- All bedding and towels are provided and each room has a single bed, lockable cabinet, hairdryer, desk, mirror, USB device charger, shelves and clothes storage.
- All rooms are lockable from the inside.
- Close to shops and the pub.
- Across the road is Lake Wallace, with a 5km walking track around it and barbecue facilities.
While the writer is in residence, there are no creative expectations. After the residency they will be invited to present a seminar or workshop, either in person or online, at Writers Victoria.
Applications open: 10 August 2025 at 9AM AEST
Applications close: 31 August 2025 at 11.59PM AEST
Application fee: $10
Dates of residency: November 2025
The two successful applicants will receive:
- A stipend of $500 each.
- Free accommodation for the duration of the residency.
- 24/7 studio access.
- Free access to two Writers Victoria online on in-person workshops.
- The opportunity to run a Writers Victoria workshop.
To learn more about Edenhope Artist Residency’s visit their website here or read the Information Handbook.
To view the eligibility criteria and to submit, visit the Submittable page here. For assistance with the application process, contact Tegan Atkins [email protected]
This residency is generously supported by the Grace Marion Wilson Trust.
