For over 30 years, the Newcastle Poetry Prize has championed Australian poets and their craft.

The Newcastle Poetry Prize stands out in Australia as it embraces the long form poem, allowing poets to explore their craft across up to 200 lines. This distinctive aspect presents a challenge for poets to skilfully sustain their work, carefully balancing tone, pace, and rhythm to captivate readers throughout the journey.

Contributing (Shortlisted) Authors: Eileen Chong, Joe Dolce, SJ Finn, Jo Gardiner, Susan Garman, Jake Goetz, Kerry Greer, Andrew Heath, Paul Hetherington, Christopher (Kit) Kelen, Jean Kent, Jennifer Kornberger, Roberta Lowing, Greg McLaren, Rachael Mead, Audrey Molloy, Mark O'Flynn, Vuong Pham, Bronwyn Rodden, Robyn Rowland, Kevin Smith, Craig Smith, Kevin Smith, Mark Tredinnick, Todd Turner, Dzenana Vucic, Jo Ward