Aug 25, 2025
A quick reminder that Round 3 of THE GREAT KIWI WRITE OFF closes on Tuesday, 2 September 2025. If you’re polishing your story, now’s the perfect time to add those finishing touches and hit submit. Don’t miss your chance to showcase your creativity — and be in to win...
Aug 24, 2025
Dylan Storey of Huntaway Sound Studios is generously sponsoring the following amazing prize for a lucky place getter in the Y9-13 category. You will spend an hour recording your winning story and then more time helping him edit and mix it. If you would prefer to do...
Aug 20, 2025
We’re thrilled to announce the results of Round 2 of The Great Kiwi Write Off 2025! A huge congratulations to all our winners, and a big thank you to everyone who took part and shared their stories. Your creativity, originality, and storytelling have truly impressed...
Aug 11, 2025
The difference between persuasive and informative writing is that one uses language that aims to convince the reader that a certain point of view is correct or that the reader should take certain action. The important difference between informative and persuasive is...
Aug 5, 2025
We’re excited to announce three iPad 11 prizes in THE GREAT KIWI WRITE OFF 2025 Stylefit competition — exclusively for Year 12–13 students. These prizes are proudly sponsored by the Department of Screen, Audio and Journalism in the School of Communication Studies at...
Aug 4, 2025
THE GREAT KIWI WRITE OFF 2025 is now underway with Round 3, and this time we’re exploring the powerful theme: Betrayed. From broken trust and stolen secrets to environmental injustice and world-shifting decisions, the prompts are bold, emotional, and wide open for...
Jul 28, 2025
Thank you to everyone who entered Round 2—we’ve been blown away by the creativity, heart, and effort in every story submitted. If you missed out, don’t worry—there’s still plenty ahead! Round 3 is officially underway, with a brand-new theme and a fresh visual prompt...
Jul 7, 2025
If you’ve finished writing and testing your story with Stylefit (or feel confident it’s ready), it’s time to submit it for judging. Here’s a quick guide to make it simple: Individual Submissions Save your story as a Word doc using this format: Story Title-First...
Jun 30, 2025
Want to capture your reader’s attention from the very first line? Understanding the basic storytelling arc—beginning, conflict, climax, resolution—is key. A strong opening paragraph sets the tone and decides whether your reader keeps going or clicks away. To...
Jun 23, 2025
Words from the Wise: Writing Quotes to Inspire You Need a little boost to get those creative juices flowing? We’ve gathered some favourite quotes from well-known writers — all about perseverance, creativity, and the writing process. Whether you’re...
Jun 15, 2025
In last year’s Great Kiwi Write Off, the judges were drawn to stories that showed heart, originality, and a strong connection to the theme. What stood out most were authentic, thoughtfully crafted pieces — whether through a surprising twist, vivid description,...
Jun 9, 2025
THE GREAT KIWI WRITE OFF 2025 is back for Round 2, and this time we’re diving into the theme: Discovered / Lost / Found. From vanishing pets and unexpected treasures to wild voyages and world-changing discoveries, the prompts are packed with possibilities — and...
