List of New Zealand literary awards explained

Current and historic literary awards in New Zealand include:

Name of awardclass=unsortableDescriptionType of awardStartEnd
A W Reed Award for Contribution to New Zealand Literature (also known as the A W Reed Lifetime Achievement Award)Awarded for lifetime contributions to New Zealand literature in the years 2000–2002 and 2004 at the Montana New Zealand Book Awards.Lifetime achievement20002004
Adam Foundation Prize in Creative WritingAwarded annually for the best creative writing portfolio at the International Institute of Modern Letters at Victoria University of Wellington.University prize1996Extant
Adam NZ Play Award (previously the Playmarket New New Zealand Play Award)Awarded annually to new plays in categories including Best New Play, Best Play by a Māori Playwright, Best Play by a Woman and Best Play by a Pasifika Playwright. New categories include the McNaughton South Island Play Award (as of 2020, for a play written by a South Island resident) and the Dean Parker Adaptation or Non-fiction Award (as of 2021, for a play adapted from a fictional work, or a docudrama or verbatim work).[1] [2] Plays2008Extant
Antarctica New Zealand Community Engagement Programme (previously the Artists to Antarctica programme)Annual programme providing travel to Antarctica, accommodation at Scott Base and support for artists, teachers and writers who present "innovative Community Engagement proposals which align to Antarctica New Zealand's purpose".[3] [4] Superseded the Artists to Antarctica Programme which ran intermittently from 1957 to 1992 and annually from 1997 to 2014.[5] Fellowship or residency2014Extant
Anzac Bridge FellowshipAwarded annually to creative practitioners of any kind, who are invited to make a project proposal that explores issues of war, peace, loss, memory, and identity, and that involves the participation of the nearby communities. The award involves a three-week fellowship and the artist is asked to contribute to or enrich the annual ANZAC memorial service held at the ANZAC Memorial Bridge, Wairarapa.[6] [7] Fellowship or residency2006Extant
Arts Foundation of New Zealand Laureate AwardsAwarded annually by the Arts Foundation of New Zealand to up to ten of New Zealand's most outstanding practising artists. The Laureate awards include the Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa Award (for outstanding Māori and Pasifika creatives) and the Theresa Gattung Female Arts Practitioners Award (for outstanding female creatives).[8] General creative arts2000Extant
Arts Foundation of New Zealand Icon AwardsAwarded by the Arts Foundation of New Zealand to a limited circle of 20 living artists for lifetime achievement.Lifetime achievement2003Extant
Arts Foundation of New Zealand Springboard AwardsAwarded annually by the Arts Foundation of New Zealand to up to six artists at a formative stage of their career, and includes a 15,000 award as well as a partnership with a senior artist mentor.[9] General creative arts2020Extant
Arts Foundation of New Zealand New Generation AwardsAwarded annually (or every two years) to artists at an early stage in their career who show outstanding promise.[10] [11] General creative arts20062018
Arts Pasifika AwardsAwarded annually to Pasifika artists across all artforms by Creative New Zealand.Pasifika creative arts1996Extant
Bert Roth Award for Labour HistoryAwarded annually by the Labour History Project to the work that best depicts the history of work and resistance in New Zealand, in memory of Bert Roth.[12] [13] History2013Extant
Betty Gilderdale Award (previously known as the Children's Literature Association's Award for Services to Children's Literature)Awarded annually by the Storylines Children's Literature Charitable Trust for outstanding service to children's literature and literacy.Children's literature1990Extant
Bruce Jesson Journalism AwardsAwarded annually for "critical, informed, analytical and creative journalism or writing which will contribute to public debate in New Zealand on an important issue or issues", in memory of journalist Bruce Jesson. The awards offered are the Bruce Jesson Senior Journalism Grant (since 2004, up to 4,000) and the Bruce Jesson Emerging Journalism Prize (since 2009, up to 1,000).[14] Journalism2004Extant
Bruce Mason Playwriting AwardAwarded annually to recognise the work of an outstanding emerging New Zealand playwright, in memory of Bruce Mason.[15] [16] Plays1983Extant
Choysa Bursary for Children's LiteratureAwarded annually to enable writers of children's literature to work on a specific project.[17] Established and funded by the New Zealand Literary Fund and corporate sponsor Quality Packers Limited.[18] Children's literature1978Unknown
CLNZ/NZSA Writers' Award (previously known as the CLNZ Writers' Award)Awarded annually by Copyright Licensing New Zealand and the New Zealand Society of Authors to non-fiction writers to enable the recipient to devote time to a specific writing project, in the amount of 25,000.[19] Non-fiction2011Extant
Creative New Zealand Berlin Writers' ResidencyAwarded biennially by Creative New Zealand to an established writer to work on an approved project for up to eleven months in Berlin, including travel, accommodation and expenses.[20] Fellowship or residency2000Extant
Creative New Zealand Michael King Writers' FellowshipAwarded biennially by Creative New Zealand to authors who have a significant body of published work, to support their work on a major project over two or more years. The fellowship is valued at 100,000.[21] Fellowship or residency2003Extant
Dan Davin Literary Foundation Annual Writing AwardsAwarded annually to writers in the Southland or Otago regions, by the Dan Davin Literary Foundation. The Dan Davin Award is presented to adults and alternates between poetry and short stories each year. The Junior and U19/Senior Student Awards are presented to students.[22] Short storiesPoetry1995Extant
Dan Davin Literary Foundation Writer in ResidenceAwarded biennially by the Dan Davin Literary Foundation to established short-story writers who undertake a 6-week residency in Southland.[23] Fellowship or residency2019Extant
Awarded biennially by the Australian School Library Association and the School Library Association of New Zealand Aotearoa for picture books, chapter books and middle grade books.[24] Children's literature2024Extant
David Carson-Parker Embassy Prize in ScriptwritingAwarded annually to the writer of the best folio project in the scriptwriting major of the MA in creative writing at Victoria University of Wellington.[25] University prize1996Extant
Elsie Locke Award for Non-Fiction (previously known as the LIANZA Elsie Locke Non-Fiction Award and the LIANZA Young People's Non-Fiction Award)Awarded annually to the best non-fiction writing for young New Zealanders, since 2016 as part of the New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults.Children's literature1986Extant
Awarded annually by LIANZA to a New Zealand author "for the most distinguished contribution to New Zealand literature for junior fiction". Since 2016 has been awarded as part of the New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults.Children's literature1945Extant
Fulbright-Creative New Zealand Pacific Writer's ResidencyAwarded annually by the Fulbright Program and Creative New Zealand to a mid-career or senior New Zealand writer of Pacific heritage. Offers the opportunity to work for three months on a creative writing project exploring Pacific identity, culture or history at the University of Hawaiʻi.[26] Fellowship or residency2004Extant
Glenn Schaeffer Prize in Modern LettersAwarded biennially to an emerging New Zealand writer by Victoria University of Wellington, valued at NZ$65,000. Not awarded since 2008.[27] University prize20022008
Goodman Fielder Wattie Book Awards (known from 1994 to 1995 as the Montana Book Awards)Predecessor to the Ockham New Zealand Book Awards. First, second and third place prizes awarded annually to New Zealand books in a range of genres.General writing19681995
Grimshaw Sargeson Fellowship (previously known as the Buddle Findlay Sargeson Fellowship or the Sargeson Fellowship)Awarded annually to published New Zealand writers, with an annual stipend of 20,000 and use of the Sargeson Centre near the University of Auckland. Established in memory of Frank Sargeson.[28] Fellowship or residency1987Extant
Harriet Friedlander ResidencyAwarded biennially to a New Zealand artist (of any discipline) who is sent to experience New York City with 100,000 to cover living expenses.[29] Fellowship or residency2009Extant
Jack Lasenby AwardAwarded biennially to winners of a competition for children's writers and for children who write in the Wellington region. Established in 2002 by the Wellington Children's Book Foundation in honour of Jack Lasenby.[30] Children's literature2002Unknown
Joy Cowley AwardAwarded annually by the Storylines Children's Literature Charitable Trust for an original picture book.Children's literature2003Extant
Katherine Mansfield Memorial Award (also known as the Bank of New Zealand Literary Awards and the Bank of New Zealand Katherine Mansfield Awards)Awarded annually to unpublished short stories and essays in commemoration of Katherine Mansfield's contributions to New Zealand literature. Established and sponsored by the Bank of New Zealand.[31] Short stories19592015
Katherine Mansfield Menton Fellowship (previously known as the New Zealand Post Katherine Mansfield Prize and the Meridian Energy Katherine Mansfield Memorial Fellowship)Awarded annually by the Arts Foundation of New Zealand, with the support of the Winn-Manson Menton Trust, to established New Zealand writers. Recipients are given funding towards transport to and accommodation in Menton, France, where Mansfield did some of her best-known and most significant writing. A room is available in the Villa Isola Bella for use as a study. Fellowship or residency1970Extant
Kathleen Grattan AwardAwarded biennially by the University of Otago for an original book-length collection of poems by a New Zealand or South Pacific permanent resident or citizen, in memory of Auckland poet Kathleen Grattan.Poetry2008Extant
Kathleen Grattan Prize for a Sequence of PoemsAwarded annually by the International Writers' Workshop (New Zealand) for a cycle or sequence of poems that has a common link or theme.Poetry2009Extant
Landfall Essay CompetitionAwarded annually to an essay by literary journal Landfall and judged each year by the current editor.Essays2009Extant
Louis Johnson New Writer's BursaryAwarded annually by Creative New Zealand to enable a published writer or playwright at an early stage of their career to work on a new project.[32] General writing2010Extant
Lilian Ida Smith AwardAwarded every three years by the New Zealand Society of Authors. Named for Lilian Ida Smith, a Whanganui music teacher, who left a legacy to the Society to "assist people aged 35 years and over to embark upon or further a literary career". Recipients must be over 35 and in the early stages of their writing career.[33] General writing1986Extant
Macmillan Brown Prize for WritersAwarded annually by the University of Canterbury to recognise excellence in English composition by current and recent undergraduate students.[34] University prize1965Extant
Margaret Mahy Illustration PrizeAwarded annually by Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand and the Margaret Mahy EstateIllustration2019Extant
Margaret Mahy Medal and Lecture AwardAwarded annually by the Storylines Children's Literature Charitable Trust to a person who has made a significant contribution to children's literature, publishing or literacy.Children's literature1991Extant
Mary and Peter Biggs Award for Poetry (previously known as the Poetry Award)Awarded annually at the Ockham New Zealand Book Awards to the winner of the poetry category.Poetry1976Extant
Michael King Writers' Centre annual residency programme Around 20 supported residencies of two to three weeks duration are offered every year to New Zealand writers for nominated projects, with funding from Creative New Zealand.[35] Fellowship or residency2005Extant
Michael Gifkins Prize for an Unpublished NovelAwarded annually by the New Zealand Society of Authors in memory of Michael Gifkins. The recipient receives a publishing contract from Text Publishing and an advance in the value of NZ$10,000.[36] Fiction2018Extant
Nestlé Write Around New ZealandCreative writing competition for school students in years seven and eight.[37] Children's literature2001Unknown
New Zealand Book AwardsPredecessor to the Ockham New Zealand Book Awards. Established by the New Zealand Literary Fund, a government organisation, in 1976. Annual awards were presented for literary merit in fiction, non-fiction, poetry and (later) book production.General writing19761995
New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young AdultsSeries of literary awards presented annually to recognise excellence in children and young adults' literature in New Zealand. Previously known under various names including s the New Zealand Government Publishing Awards, the AIM Children's Book Awards, and the New Zealand Post Children's Book Awards.Children's literature1982Extant
New Zealand Poet Laureate (previously known as the Te Mata Poet Laureate)Biennial appointment of a poet by the National Library of New Zealand to represent New Zealand's community of poets, to promote and advocate for poetry, and to produce a number of published works during their two-year tenure.Poetry1997Extant
Ngā Kupu Ora Māori Journalism Awards (previously known as the Ngā Kupu Ora Māori Book Awards)Awarded annually by Massey University to mark Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week) and to recognise and encourage excellence in Māori writing and publishing.[38] Māori writing2009Extant
Ngaio Marsh AwardsLiterary awards presented annually in New Zealand to recognise excellence in crime fiction, mystery, and thriller writing.Crime2010Extant
Nielsen BookData New Zealand Booksellers' Choice AwardAwarded annually by Nielsen BookData to the book which booksellers most enjoyed reading, selling and promoting.[39] General writing20012013
NZSA Heritage Book AwardsAwarded annually by the New Zealand Society of Authors for books linked to New Zealand's heritage, in categories including heritage fiction and non-fiction, short prose, poetry, children's books, and te reo Māori or bilingual books.[40] NZ heritage2013Extant
NZSA Janet Frame Memorial AwardAwarded biennially by the New Zealand Society of Authors to writers of poetry and imaginative fiction.Poetry

Fiction

20082016
NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press PrizeAwarded annually by the New Zealand Society of Authors for new writing with a "unique and original vision", in memory of author Laura Solomon.[41] General writing2020Extant
NZSA Peter & Dianne Beatson Fellowship (known informally as the Foxton or Beatson Fellowship)Awarded annually to writers of fiction, non-fiction, poetry and drama, who are members of the New Zealand Society of Authors (NZSA) and working on a new project. Comprises an award of 10,000.General writing2001Extant
NZSA Waitangi Day Literary HonoursAwarded annually by the New Zealand Society of Authors to celebrate and acknowledge literary success, especially on the international stage.General writing2014Extant
Ockham New Zealand Book Awards (previously known as the New Zealand Post Book Awards and the Montana New Zealand Book Awards)Series of literary awards presented annually. Began as the merger of the New Zealand Book Awards and the Goodman Fielder Wattie Book Awards in 1996., there are five principal prizes: fiction (currently known as the Jann Medlicott Acorn Prize for Fiction), general non-fiction (sponsored by Royal Society Te Apārangi), illustrated non-fiction, poetry (currently known as the Mary and Peter Biggs Award for Poetry) and Te Mūrau o te Tuhi Māori Language Award for books written entirely in te reo Māori. "Best First Book" prizes are awarded to first time authors in the first four categories, currently sponsored by MitoQ.General writing1996Extant
Philippine Airlines Travcom Media Awards (previously the Whitcoulls Travcom Travel Book of the Year Awards)Awarded annually by Travcom (New Zealand Travel Communicators) to celebrate excellence in travel writing, photography and digital media.[42] [43] Journalism1992Extant
Pikihuia Awards (formerly the Huia Short Story Awards) Awarded biennially to Māori writers by the Māori Literature Trust to encourage diverse Māori viewpoints and writing in both te reo Māori and English. Selected winners and finalists are published in the Huia Short Stories collection.[44] Māori writing1995Extant
Prime Minister's Awards for Literary AchievementAwarded annually to writers who have made notable literary achievements and a significant contribution to New Zealand literature, in the categories of fiction, non-fiction and poetry.General writing2003Extant
Queen's Gold Medal for PoetryAwarded annually for a book of verse published by someone in any of the Commonwealth realms, including New Zealand.Poetry1933Extant
Randell Cottage Writers' ResidencyAwarded annually to one New Zealand writer and one French writer, comprising a stipend and six months' rent-free accommodation at Randell Cottage. The recipient will usually be a mid-career writer.[45] Fellowship or residency2002Extant
Robert Burns FellowshipAwarded annually to writers of imaginative literature, and provides a year's salary along with accommodation and an office for a writer in and around the University of Otago.Fellowship or residency1959Extant
Robert Lord Writers Cottage ResidencyAwarded on an ad-hoc basis to writers who stay for three to six months at the cottage of Robert Lord in Dunedin.[46] Fellowship or residency2003Extant
Russell Clark AwardAwarded annually by LIANZA to a New Zealand author for excellence in children's book illustration. Since 2016 has been awarded as part of the New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults.[47] Children's literature1975Extant
Sarah Broom Poetry PrizeAwarded annually to an original collection of poems by a New Zealand resident or citizen. Established to celebrate the life and work of New Zealand poet Sarah Broom.Poetry2014Extant
Sargeson PrizePromoted (as of 2021) as "New Zealand's richest short story prize, sponsored by the University of Waikato. Named for celebrated New Zealand writer Frank Sargeson, the Prize was conceived by writer Catherine Chidgey, who also lectures in Writing Studies at the University." There are Open and Secondary School divisions.[48] Short story cash prize2019Extant
Sir James Wallace Master of Creative Writing PrizeAwarded annually to the best portfolio in the Masters of Creative Writing programme at the University of Auckland.[49] University prize2012Extant
Sir Julius Vogel AwardAwarded annually at the New Zealand National Science Fiction Convention to recognise achievement in science fiction, fantasy, horror, and science fiction fandom.Science fiction and fantasy2002Extant
Storylines Children's Literature Foundation of New Zealand Notable Books ListAn annual list of exceptional and outstanding books for children and young people published in New Zealand, by New Zealand authors and illustrators.Children's literature1999Extant
Sunday Star-Times Short Story CompetitionAwarded annually by the Sunday Star-Times to short stories in an Open section and a Secondary School Students section.[50] Short stories1984Extant
Tessa Duder AwardAwarded annually by the Storylines Children's Literature Charitable Trust to the author of a work of fiction for young adults aged 13 and above.Children's literature2010Extant
Todd New Writer's BursaryAwarded annually by Creative New Zealand to enable a promising published writer or playwright at an early stage of their career to work on a new project.[51] [52] General writing2010Extant
Tom Fitzgibbon AwardAwarded annually by the Storylines Children's Literature Charitable Trust to a previously unpublished writer for an original work of fiction intended for children between 7 and 13 years of ageChildren's literature1996Extant
University of Auckland ResidenciesThe University of Auckland funds up to four writers each year, in partnership with Creative New Zealand and the Michael King Writers Centre, to work on creative projects, stay at a historic villa and interact with university students.[53] The residencies are open to established writers with a substantial publishing record.[54] Fellowship or residency2007Extant
University of Otago College of Education / Creative New Zealand Children's Writer in ResidenceAwarded annually to children's writers who normally live in New Zealand. Includes a six-month fellowship, a stipend and an office at the University of Otago College of Education.Fellowship or residency1992Extant
University of Waikato Writer in ResidenceAwarded annually by the University of Waikato to writers with a record of publications of high quality and provides the recipient with freedom to write for 12 months.[55] Fellowship or residency1991Extant
Ursula Bethell Residency in Creative WritingAwarded annually by the University of Canterbury College of Arts and Creative New Zealand to authors of proven merit in all areas of literary and creative activity, and provides an opportunity to work on an approved project within an academic environment for 12 months.[56] Fellowship or residency1979Extant
Victoria University Emerging Māori Writer in ResidenceAwarded annually by Victoria University of Wellington to Māori writers of proven merit. Residencies are three months' duration and include a writing room, a mentor from the Māori arts community, and a stipend of 15,000.[57] Fellowship or residency2019Extant
Victoria University Emerging Pasifika Writer in ResidenceAwarded annually by Victoria University of Wellington to Pasifika writers of proven merit. Residencies are three months' duration and include a writing room, a mentor from the Pasifika arts community, and a stipend of 15,000.Fellowship or residency2019Extant
Victoria University Writer in ResidenceAwarded annually by Victoria University of Wellington and provides the appointee with the opportunity to write full-time within an academic environment for 12 months.[58] Fellowship or residency1979Extant
Wild Creations programmeAwarded annually to support a minimum of two conservation-related art projects by the Department of Conservation in collaboration with Creative New Zealand.[59] [60] General creative arts2002Extant
Wright Family Foundation Te Kura Pounamu Award (previously the Te Kura Pounamu Award)Awarded annually by Te Rōpū Whakahau, LIANZA and the New Zealand Book Awards Trust to the author of a book written in Te Reo Māori that is considered to be a distinguished contribution to the literature for children or young people.[61] Māori children's literature1995Extant

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2020 Adam NZ Play Award. 6 March 2021. Playmarket.
  2. News: Lewis. John. 3 March 2021. Top Adam award for Dunedin playwright. Otago Daily Times. 6 March 2021.
  3. Web site: Community Engagement Programme. 6 March 2021. Antarctica New Zealand.
  4. Web site: Community Engagement Programme Alumni. 6 March 2021. Antarctic New Zealand.
  5. Web site: Antarctic Arts Fellows under the Artists to Antarctica Programme and Invited Artists Programme. 6 March 2021. Antarctic New Zealand.
  6. Web site: ANZAC Bridge. 6 March 2021. NZ Pacific Studio Artists Residency Programme.
  7. Web site: 11 December 2018. 2019 ANZAC Bridge Fellowship with NZ Pacific Studio. 6 March 2021. The Big Idea.
  8. Web site: Arts Foundation Laureate Awards. 6 March 2021. The Arts Foundation Te Tumu Toi.
  9. Web site: The Arts Foundation Springboard. 6 March 2021. The Arts Foundation Te Tumu Toi.
  10. Web site: 19 October 2017. The Arts Foundation announce the recipients of the 2017 New Zealand Arts Awards. 6 March 2021. Creative New Zealand.
  11. Web site: Awarded Artists. 6 March 2021. The Arts Foundation Te Tumu Toi.
  12. Web site: Bert Roth Award – Labour History Project. 6 March 2021. Labour History Project.
  13. News: 19 August 2020. Bert Roth Award For 2020. Scoop Independent News. 6 March 2021.
  14. Web site: 3 August 2020. Entries Open for 2020 Jesson Journalism Awards. 6 March 2021. Bruce Jesson Foundation.
  15. Web site: Edmond. Murray. 22 Oct 2014. Bruce Mason Playwriting Award. 6 March 2021. Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand.
  16. News: Lewis. John. 25 November 2020. Playwright wins top award, $10K prize. Otago Daily Times. 6 March 2021.
  17. News: Writers' bursary rises . 30 October 2023 . The Press . 2 December 1986.
  18. News: Writers’ awards established . 30 October 2023 . The Press . 15 March 1978 . 7.
  19. Web site: 28 August 2020. CLNZ/NZSA Writers' Award. 6 March 2021. Copyright Licensing New Zealand (CLNZ).
  20. Web site: Bursaries, fellowships, scholarships and residencies. 6 March 2021. Creative New Zealand.
  21. Web site: 2 February 2021. Applications open for Michael King Writer's Fellowship. 6 March 2021. Creative New Zealand.
  22. Web site: The Dan Davin Literary Foundation Annual Writing Awards. 7 March 2021. Dan Davin Literary Foundation.
  23. Web site: 15 January 2021. Dan Davin Literary Foundation Writer in Residence 2021 – Expressions of Interest. 7 March 2021. The New Zealand Society of Authors.
  24. Web site: 2024-01-18 . DANZ Children’s Book Award longlists announced . 2024-01-27 . Books+Publishing.
  25. Web site: Prize details: David Carson-Parker Embassy Prize in Scriptwriting. 7 March 2021. Victoria University of Wellington.
  26. Web site: Applications are open for the Fulbright-Creative New Zealand Pacific Writer's Residency 2020 . Creative New Zealand . 26 March 2021 . 7 February 2020.
  27. Web site: Prize in Modern Letters. 7 March 2021. Victoria University of Wellington.
  28. Web site: Grimshaw Sargeson Fellowship. 25 November 2020. Grimshaw & Co.
  29. Web site: Harriet Friedlander Residency. 7 March 2021. The Arts Foundation Te Tumu Toi.
  30. Web site: Jack Lasenby. 7 March 2021. Storylines Childrens Literature Charitable Trust of New Zealand.
  31. Web site: Katherine Mansfield Awards. 6 March 2021. BNZ Heritage.
  32. Web site: Bursaries, fellowships, scholarships and residencies – Louis Johnson New Writer's Bursary . Creative New Zealand . 26 March 2021.
  33. Web site: NZSA Lilian Ida Smith Award. 7 March 2021. The New Zealand Society of Authors.
  34. Web site: The Macmillan Brown Prize for Writers. 7 March 2021. University of Canterbury.
  35. Web site: About our Residency Programme. 7 March 2021. Michael King Writers Centre.
  36. Web site: Michael Gifkins Prize. 25 October 2020. Text Publishing.
  37. News: 7 May 2001. Nestlé Provides The Write Stuff. Scoop Independent News. 7 March 2021.
  38. Web site: Ngā Kupu Ora Māori Journalism Awards. 7 March 2021. Massey University.
  39. Web site: Nielsen BookData New Zealand Booksellers' Choice Award. 6 March 2021. Christchurch City Libraries.
  40. Web site: 7 July 2020. NZSA New Zealand Heritage Literary Awards 2020. 8 March 2021. Publishers Association of New Zealand.
  41. Web site: NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize . The New Zealand Society of Authors . 22 March 2021.
  42. News: 10 July 2019. Philippine Airlines to Sponsor the 2019 Travel Media Awards. Scoop Independent News. 8 March 2021.
  43. Web site: Award Winners 2012 backwards. 8 March 2021. Travel Communicators.
  44. Web site: About the Words. 7 March 2021. Māori Literature Trust.
  45. Web site: 16 September 2020. Applications invited for 2021 Randell Cottage Writers Residency. 8 March 2021. Read NZ Te Pou Muramura.
  46. Web site: Duncan. Lee-Anne. Inside the Dunedin's Robert Lord Writers Cottage, the small home where writers get big ideas.
  47. Web site: LIANZA Russell Clark Award. 8 March 2021. Christchurch City Libraries.
  48. Web site: Sargeson Prize . University of Waikato . 3 October 2021.
  49. Web site: Sir James Wallace Master of Creative Writing Prize. 6 March 2021. University of Auckland.
  50. News: 13 October 2019. Entries open for Sunday Star-Times Short Story Awards. Stuff.co.nz. 8 March 2021.
  51. Web site: Bursaries, fellowships, scholarships and residencies – Todd New Writer's Bursary . Creative New Zealand . 26 March 2021.
  52. Web site: Todd New Writer's Bursary . Creative New Zealand . 26 March 2021.
  53. Web site: Writers in residence. 6 March 2021. University of Auckland.
  54. Web site: 13 August 2018. NZ's national writer-residency organisation continues with an extended number of residencies in 2019. 6 March 2021. Creative New Zealand.
  55. Web site: Writer in Residence. 8 March 2021. University of Waikato.
  56. Web site: Ursula Bethell Residency in Creative Writing. 8 March 2021. University of Canterbury.
  57. Web site: Emerging Pasifika Writer in Residence. 8 March 2021. Victoria University of Wellington.
  58. Web site: Writer in Residence. 8 March 2021. Victoria University of Wellington.
  59. Web site: Wild Creations. 7 March 2021. Department of Conservation, Te Papa Atawhai.
  60. Web site: 5 June 2018. DOC and Creative New Zealand to continue Wild Creations partnership. 7 March 2021. Creative New Zealand.
  61. Web site: Te Kura Pounamu (LIANZA). 8 March 2021. Te Rōpū Whakahau.