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Nominations open for New Voices of Aotearoa 2026
Nominations close midnight Sunday 15 March 2026.
Posted: Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Sensitive adaptation of Lawrence novel
D.H. Lawrence’s The Fox, Globe Theatre
Posted: Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Applications are open for the 2026 Caselberg Trust Margaret Egan Cities of Literature Writers Residency!
Writers from Aotearoa New Zealand are warmly invited to apply for this year's Caselberg Trust Margaret Egan Cities of Li...
Posted: Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
What if the Gold needs to Stay in the Ground?
The installation, and a poetry reading
Posted: Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Kiwi Christmas Books 2025 campaign officially biggest ever!
The most books gifted in a single year since this wee grassroots charity began back in 2019.
Posted: Monday Mar 02, 2026
In other words, Ōtaki is delighted to call for applicants for their 2026 10-day residency programme.
Applications close 5pm on Sunday, 05 April
Posted: Monday Mar 02, 2026
With a bit of ‘Lady Luck’
Dunedin-based performer Kelly Hocking becomes her alter ego, Lady Luck, in an over-the-top metaphorical cabaret about ba...
Posted: Friday Feb 27, 2026
Submissions for 'Bloodbath Journal, Vol. II Hearts of Darkness’ are OPEN!
Submit up to three previously unpublished poems of any length to bloodbathjournal@gmail.com.
Posted: Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Interview: Into the Afterlands
Susan talks with Jeff on the OARsome Morning Show.
Posted: Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Follow a stolen video down the rabbit hole of the internet, get-over-the-top with a metaphorical cabaret, travel back to Wartime Britain and more!
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Introducing The Art Lens
The Art Lens is a youth-led platform creating meaningful, accessible opportunities for young creatives in Aotearoa New Z...
Posted: Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Today on Write Spote
Theatre academic, director, actor and author Lisa Warrington discusses the archives of theatre reviews and more curated ...
Posted: Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Online course 'Strategy for Cultural Development of Odessa' is open
The fourth anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Russia in Ukraine we meet a new educational course about our native...
Posted: Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
UBS weekly bestseller list is here!
Trust other Booklovers: these are worth reading.
Posted: Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Poetry Shelf goes hiking: Te Araroa by Jillian Sullivan 2
Enjoy these 7 wonderful poems and images!
Posted: Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Susan Wardell talks with Jeff on the OARsome Morning Show.
In Dunedin Fringe Festival exhibition 'Into the Afterlands' artist, scholar, and awarded local poet Susan Wardell carves...
Posted: Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Comedy from across NZ & beyond, opportunities to create your own tactile artwork and a lineup of Aussie rock legends raising the roof at the Regent.
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Nights of comedy, horror and destruction, CArts with psychedelic worms and a DnD Livegame!
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
India delegation for emerging NZ screen creatives
The Asia New Zealand Foundation Te Whītau Tūhono invites applications from emerging New Zealand screen creatives to join...
Posted: Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
From finding out how far you’d go for love, to musical comedy & murder mysteries!
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
Dunedin Pride Month Calendar just dropped!
Join Dunedin Pride in the month of March for a fabulous, sparkly and joyous celebration of Dunedin's queer and takatāpui...
Posted: Monday Feb 23, 2026
From sold out shows in Edinburgh, to C Arts from Oregon, USA, musical game shows & magic tricks by a dog called Boots!
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Monday Feb 23, 2026
From music on Quarantine Island, to circus arts, burlesque babes, cabaret queers and even a returning show all the way from Switzerland!
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Sunday Feb 22, 2026
Murder in Mataura! Clever, exciting and very local crime fiction
Overkill by Vanda Symon (Orenda Books, London, 2018)
Posted: Friday Feb 20, 2026
Under three weeks left till Dunedin Fringe Festival kicks off. Get your tickets now!
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Friday Feb 20, 2026
Dunedin Theatre Awards for 2025
Congratulations to the 14th annual Ōtepoti Dunedin Theatre Award Winners!
Posted: Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Regent Book Sale Dunedin
If you missed your chance to pick up one of over 30 copies of Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code at the Regent Theatre Book S...
Posted: Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Visit and explore the only authentic scholar’s garden in the southern hemisphere
To celebrate Dunedin Chinese Cultural Festival, you can buy an Annual Pass and receive FREE entry to the Garden for 12 m...
Posted: Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Opening night Dunedin Fringe Festival core, C ARTS all the way from Osaka, Pacific Arts, a solo exhibition and comedy nights not to be missed!
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Support Literacy in Our City
We’re delighted to share this wonderful new initiative from University Bookshop, helping spread the love and joy of read...
Posted: Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
From completely improvised bilingual songs, to the comedy version of a revenge bod, juggling, magic & an experimental mix of left-wing and right-wing radical togetherness..
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Warm congratulations to Holly Fletcher
Selected by Melbourne City of Literature for this year’s Literary Programmers Roundtable
Posted: Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Your next look at Dunedin Fringe Festival!
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Locations of Interest: SUMMER
Dunedin Dream Brokerage is activating the digital-sphere right into your pocket, connecting you to local social media cr...
Posted: Monday Feb 16, 2026
Public Lending Right annual registration
New Zealand authors need to register and confirm their registration every year to receive payments from the Public Lendi...
Posted: Monday Feb 16, 2026
Have you started planning your Dunedin Fringe Festival schedule yet?
Here's a snapshot of some of the upcoming events - check out the full programme at www.dunedinfringe.nz
Posted: Monday Feb 16, 2026
Being Present (While Acknowledging the Past)
Listen to Write On with Beverly Martens on OAR FM
Posted: Saturday Feb 14, 2026
Poetry Night in Dunedin
The Octagon Collective hosted its first poetry event for 2026 on Wednesday, 11 February in Dunedin at the New Athenaeum ...
Posted: Friday Feb 13, 2026
Today on Write Spot
Dunedin poet Sandie Forsyth will celebrate the release of her first published collection Visitor at an event at the Dune...
Posted: Friday Feb 13, 2026
The Umbrella
and an invitation to the launch of Visitor by Sandie Forsyth
Posted: Monday Feb 09, 2026
"IF MUSIC BE THE FOOD OF LOVE": SHAKESPEARE IN SONG, Sat 14 and Sun 15 Feb at 3pm - Botanic Gardens Band Rotunda, Free!
Introducing the wonderful local musos who've created new songs for the Bard's old words.
Posted: Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Call for applications – Tartu UNESCO City of Literature Residency Spring 2026
International Residency Program for Writers and Translators April-May 2026. Apply by 23 February 2026.
Posted: Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
The Literary Encyclopedia
An occasional roundtable from non-profit The Literary Encyclopedia, edited by Associate Professor Grace Moore, who leads...
Posted: Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Have you started planning your Dunedin Fringe Festival schedule yet?
Programme and tickets are now available!
Posted: Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Calling all crime storytellers!
Do you have a knack for conjuring up sinister plots, capturing the perfect crime, or documenting deadly deeds? If so, th...
Posted: Tuesday Feb 03, 2026
Acclaimed Kiwi illustrator Ruby Jones launches first solo exhibition
Illustrator Ruby Jones chats about the work that first drew international attention to her.
Posted: Monday Feb 02, 2026
60 Countries in 60 Minutes
That Blind Woman Julie Woods and Artist Ron Esplin are back to share their world travels covering 60 Countries in 60 Min...
Posted: Monday Feb 02, 2026
Awards celebration of year’s achievements
Another impressive year of theatre in the city will be celebrated at the 14th Ōtepoti Dunedin Theatre Awards this month.
Posted: Monday Feb 02, 2026
BookHub Award for Illustrated Non-Ficton 2026 Longlist
Huge congratulations to all the finalists especially Jacinta Ruru (Raukawa, Ngāti Ranginui), Angela Wanhalla (Kāi Tahu) ...
Posted: Thursday Jan 29, 2026
A Lasting Tribute to Sir Vincent O’Sullivan in the Dunedin Writers’ Walk
The City of Literature team was proud to work with writer Tony Eyre and Swan’s to honour the late Sir Vincent O’Sullivan...
Posted: Thursday Jan 29, 2026
Today on Write Spot
Poet John Russell-Hodge is the University Book Shop Summer Writer in Residence. He talks about his process and shares a ...
Posted: Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
World Book Day Lecture, 5 March 2026
The Centre for the Book is delighted to welcome Dr. Ian Ferguson to deliver the 2026 World Book Day Lecture on “Western ...
Posted: Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Podcast Interview
Selwyn Cook, Sandra Budd and That Blind Woman Julie Woods were looking for an opportunity to jointly support disabled pe...
Posted: Tuesday Jan 27, 2026
Celebrated Scottish poet's 239-year-old manuscript on display in Dunedin
A portion of a 239-year-old manuscript used by the celebrated Scottish poet Robert Burns has gone on display in Dunedin.
Posted: Monday Jan 26, 2026
Auckland Theatre Company have announced the selected participants of the Playwrights’ Masterclass, as part of The Masterclass Project 2026
The selection focused on identifying playwrights who will benefit most from an intensive three-day workshop with Simon S...
Posted: Friday Jan 23, 2026