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Posted on Friday 4th of April, 2025,
Greater Shepparton City Council, in partnership with the Furphy Foundation, La Trobe University and Goulburn Valley Libraries, is encouraging young writers from across the Goulburn Valley to make the most of the school holidays and craft their entries for the 2025 Furphy Literary Awards.
In Summary
With submissions open for both junior and youth categories, including Junior Short Story and Junior Poetry for writers 12 years and under, and Youth Short Story and Youth Poetry for writers aged 13 to 17 years, there has never been a better time for young people to sharpen their writing skills.
Mayor, Councillor Shane Sali, encouraged young people to make the most of the opportunity.
“The Furphy Literary Awards are a fantastic way for young writers to share their stories and explore their creativity,” he said.
“Starting can be the hardest part, but every great writer begins somewhere. These school holidays, take a chance, put your ideas on paper and see where your imagination leads you.”
There are exciting prizes on offer in each category, with a first place prize of $300, followed by second of $100 and third of $50.
Entries close at 11.59pm on Saturday 31 May 2025. Tap here for more information and to enter.
For further information, please call the Furphy Literary Awards Coordinator on 0408 553 087 or email fla@furphystory.com.au
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