Deadline: 9 December 2005.

The Australia Council’s Literature board invites proposals from young writers who are using language in innovative ways. Such as: writing for zines, e-zines, comics, multimedia, multi-artforms, websites, live performance and spoken word.

You must be aged 30 years or under to apply.

Selection criteria:
• innovative excellence
• potential to advance the artistic expression and development of young writers
• evidence the project is well-planned and achievable within timeframe and budget.

You may apply for up to $5,000.

Projects should not commence before 1 May 2006 and must be completed by 30 April 2007.

Full details: the Australia Council website

Contact:
Jill Jones:
Tel: 02 9215 9058
Toll-free: 1800 226 912 (outside Sydney)
Email: j.jones@ozco.gov.au