The Neilma Sidney Short Story Prize

Supported by the Malcolm Robertson Foundation, and named after the late Neilma Gantner, the 2025 Neilma Sidney Short Story Prize seeks excellent short fiction of up to 3000 words themed around the notion of ‘travel’ — imaginative, creative and literary interpretations are strongly encouraged. This competition is open to all writers, nationally and internationally, at any stage of their writing career.

The fee for entries is AUD$20. The grand prize for entrants is $6500 and publication in an upcoming issue of the Overland Literary Journal.

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Enquiries about submissions should be directed to the Overland Literary Journal. Please always refer to their website for complete details and information. 

Please note, this call is run by the Overland Literary Journal, not the Commonwealth Foundation.