The Fellowship of Australian Writers Lambing Flat Branch have launched its 2025 Writing Competition.
The 43rd Annual Writing Competition, conducted by the Lambing Flat Young Branch of the Fellowship of Australian Writers NSW Inc, was officially launched on Tuesday by the NSW Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke.
A particular concern raised by Ms Cooke, is how AI will influence writers, young and old, including those who will enter this year’s competition.
It is hoped that as with many creative arts, upcoming writers and poets will be very judicious in their use of what AI has to offer.
Also in attendance was Hilltops Council Mayor Brian Ingram, who acknowledged the longevity of the group in Young, and the passion for writing shown by members of the writers’ group.
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Mayor Ingram also noted the caliber of writing from the Hilltops community itself, especially its students, who have been successful writers in past competitions.
It was pleasing to have representatives from the three sponsors of the Writing Competition: Young Services Club, SWS Bank, and Penrose Funerals.
Sponsorship is an integral part of the community involvement and support for fostering the creative output of writers in Young.
Several members, including its newest and past members of the Lambing Flat Young writers’ group were in attendance on the morning.
We are all looking forward to the outcome of this year’s competition.
There is much to do in the background for the next three months before the closing Ddate for entries, 19th September 2025, then before the prize-winners are announced at the National Cherry Festival in December 2025.
SUSAN ROLFE
