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Western writers encouraged in essay prize

The Longreach Writers Club are excited to have a shot at entering in the prize. PHOTOS: Michael R Williams.

AN UPCOMING prestigious writing prize urges writers from the central west to have a go at winning $2,000. The Arts […]

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