The Newcastle Poetry Prize is made possible by the generous support of its sponsors. The University of Newcastle provides over $20,000 in prize money and has been the major sponsor of the Prize since 2005. Newcastle City Council sponsors the printing of the annual anthology Newcastle City Council and has provided funding for over a decade. The Hunter Writers Centre coordinates the Prize each year.

The Newcastle Poetry Prize Coordinator reports to a committee comprised of representatives from the sponsoring and administering organisations, including Professor Kevin McConkey (University of Newcastle), Louise Duff (Newcastle City Council) and the Hunter Writers Centre Board.

The University of Newcastle

The University of Newcastle was established in 1965 and is internationally recognised in research, teaching and learning, environmental sustainability, and equity and diversity. Some 35,000 students are enrolled in programs across the five faculties of the University. Over 85 undergraduate programs are on offer and the range of postgraduate study options is continually growing. Visit http://www.newcastle.edu.au/ for more information.

Newcastle City Council

Newcastle City Council is a Local Government Area in the Hunter Region of NSW. This region deals with local aspects such as some transport, rubbish and waste services and has power over passing land developments. http://www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/.

Sponsorship opportunities

A range of sponsorship options are available for individual or companies interested in supporting the Newcastle Poetry Prize. For further details please contact us.