Toolkits: Poetry 2026

Toolkits: Poetry 2026
What is poetry? What makes it different from other forms of art and writing? How do I write and publish my own poems?

Express Media, in partnership with Australian Poetry, is pleased to present the 2026 return of  Toolkits: Poetry – an online course in the forms, functions, histories and uses of poetry. This program will combine theoretical approaches, practical exercises, and group workshopping to guide young writers through the development of their work.

During this 10-week program, you’ll get to explore the many varied forms and genres of poetry, as well as writing, workshopping and edit your own writing throughout the course. Participants will hone their skills in textual analysis, create their own original work, explore the possibilities of collaborative work, and learn how to pitch work to publishers when they’re done.

Participants also have the chance to learn from some of Australia’s best writers, with guest artists (to be announced) presenting live and online in sessions for young writers across the country. 

Toolkits: Poetry will run on Wednesdays at 6—8pm AET from 14 Oct to 16 Dec. If you are a writer or artist aged 30 and under interested in poetry, we want to hear from you!

Become an Express Media Member!

Participation in Toolkits is free for Express Media members along with a number of other perks, events, and opportunities. If you’re not already a member, you can easily sign up here.

Note: Express Media is committed to access, so if you would like to sign up and are experiencing financial hardship, please contact us via info@expressmedia.org.au to be awarded one of our sponsored memberships

Applications close on 11:59pm AEDT Sunday 27 September 2026.

Have a question? Need help with your application? Send an email to Express Media’s Creative Producer Mia Nie at creativeproducer@expressmedia.org.au.

Toolkits is generously supported by The Copyright Agency Cultural Fund.
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Toolkits: Poetry 2026

What is poetry? What makes it different from other forms of art and writing? How do I write and publish my own poems?

Your Writing