The Curlew Regional Writers Grant 2026

Curlew Regional Writers Grant 2026

Supported by Brittany Riley, this grant offers regional NSW writers the chance to take part in a Writing NSW course of their choice, with the aim of increasing accessibility for writers living outside Sydney. The $1,000 grant is open to writers based at least 200km from Sydney and is intended to cover the cost of a Writing NSW course, with the remaining funds available to support travel and accommodation expenses. This opportunity is designed to support regional writers who would benefit from both the learning and connection a Writing NSW course can offer. Entries close at midnight on Sunday 1 November 2026.
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Please write a short statement explaining how or why writing courses like this have previously been inaccessible to you, and how this opportunity would benefit your writing. Max. 300 words

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Submission Requirements
Terms and Conditions

• The submission requirements form part of the Terms & Conditions.

• You must be 18 years of age or over and a NSW resident.

• Your residence must be a minimum of 200km from Sydney.

• As part of this grant, Writing NSW will enrol you in your approved course of choice. The remaining funds — $830 — will be transferred to you to arrange your own travel, accommodation, and any other associated expenses. You will be responsible for managing these costs within the budget provided. Please note that no additional funds are available, and no correspondence will be entered into regarding further expenses.

• In addition, the successful applicant will receive a one-year regional membership to Writing NSW. If the recipient is already a member, their membership will be extended by one year.

• Workshop must be booked and completed in the 2026 calendar year and chosen from the above list. Information on workshops can be found at: https://writingnsw.org.au/whats-on/courses/filter/course-delivery/one-day/

• Participants are responsible for arranging their own insurance, including travel and health insurance where applicable. Writing NSW accepts no liability for costs or losses arising from travel, accommodation, or other personal arrangements.

• Submitted material must be your own original work and cannot contain AI-generated material.

• Submitted work must be in English.

• Writing NSW does not guarantee publication of any work produced as a result of participation in this program.

• The decision of the judges is final. The judges will not enter into any correspondence and no individual feedback will be provided to entrants.

• By applying to this program you opt in to the marketing database of Writing NSW and agree to receive marketing information from us. You may opt out of this marketing database at any time.

• Successful applicants agree to assist Writing NSW promotions, including provision of quotes for use in publicity and reporting.

• Writing NSW staff and Board members are not eligible to apply.

• Applications close at 11.59pm on 1 November 2026.

• By submitting your entry you agree to these Terms & Conditions.
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