In Aotearoa New Zealand we are deeply connected to the oceans that surround us.
Once again, Write On is thrilled to be partnering with Seaweek Canterbury to provide young writers with opportunities and support to write poetry about their connections with the sea. In 2019, many of the winning poems were published in our Write On magazine.
Alongside tips and poetry treats here on the blog, we will run three Master Classes for young writers and ecologists in Year 7-10, with opportunities to connect with local waterways around Ōtautahi Christchurch through poetry. Bookings are open now.
Whakaraupō Day
Lyttelton Harbour/ Whakaraupō
Tutor: Greg O'Connell
Venue: Governors Bay Community Centre
Date: Tuesday March 9th
Times: 9.15-2.45
Pegasus Bay Day
Waimakariri District beaches
Tutors Claire Wright and Desna Wallace
Venue: Rangiora Town Hall
Date: Friday March 12th
Times: 9.15-2.45
Ihutai Day
The Estuary of the Heathcote and Avon Rivers / Ihutai
Tutor: Gail Ingram
Venue: Mt Pleasant Community Centre
Date: Friday March 12th
Times: 9.15-2.45
See more about our Master Classes here: https://www.schoolforyoungwriters.org/masterclasses
Here is the poster for Seaweek Poetry 2021. Please note that a change has been made to the te reo theme from the national organisation. It is now Toi Moana- Toi Tangata
Check back for tips and some great sea poems from young writers.
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