Varuna announces First Nations fellowship

Varuna, the National Writers’ House, has announced the recipients of the 2026 Copyright Agency First Nations Fellowship.

This year’s recipients are:

• Gamilaraay and Yuwaalaraay journalist and industry professor Lorena Allam
• Wiradjuri poet Alison Barton
• Koorie artist, writer and worker Daisy
• Djabuganydji actor Shahnee Hunter
• Wulgurukaba poet and artist Joyrah Sebasio
• Indigenous theatre-maker, academic and arts leader Liza-Mare Syron.

The recipients are offered a residency at Varuna from 7 to 14 September 2026, where they can connect with other First Nations writers and benefit from mentorship, and the sharing of skills and knowledge.

Full bios are available on the website.

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