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Join us for the celebration of the 2025 Peter Porter Poetry Prize

Tuesday 18 February, 6.00pm
Readings Carlton

Join us as we celebrate the 2025 Porter Prize and announce the winner. The Porter Prize – open to entries from around the world – is worth a total of $10,000.

Peter Rose (Australian Book Review Editor and CEO) will host this event, which will feature readings from the shortlisted poets. A special guest will announce the winner.

RSVP: Please email the following address with your name and the number of people attending: [email protected]

The Peter Porter Poetry Prize is generously funded by ABR Patrons, including support in memory of Kate Boyce.

Location
Carlton, Wurundjeri Country, 309 Lygon St, Carlton

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