Reserve Friday 21 November in your diary for a night of unforgettable poetry. Rae White is a queer non-binary transgender writer, and author of poetry collections Milk Teeth (UQP 2018) and Exactly As I Am (UQP 2022). RSVP to: [email protected] #poetrycommunity #poetryreading

An article on the Calanthe Collective Prize afternoon at the spring garden party. Printed in the Tamborine Mountain News on Thursday September 25, 2025. www.calanthepress.com.au

Calanthe Press is pleased to announce that international postage options are now available on the website. Please do update your overseas family and friends if they have been asking how they may purchase a copy of any of the Calanthe publications. www.calanthepress.com.au

POEMS ON THE PAGE. For more information, email: [email protected] Upcoming Meetings: Tamborine Mountain Creative Arts Centre 43 Wongawallan Road Tamborine Mountain Saturday 18 October: 2:00 to 4:30pm Saturday 15 November: 2:00 to 4:30pm

Yesterday saw the successful launch of Trudie Murrell’s debut full-length poetry collection, The Dashboard Cartographer is available from the Calanthe Press website or pick up a copy from Under the Greenwood Tree bookstore on Tamborine Mountain. www.calanthepress.com.au

Yesterday saw the successful launch of Trudie Murrell’s debut full-length poetry collection, The Dashboard Cartographer is available from the Calanthe Press website or pick up a copy from Under the Greenwood Tree bookstore on Tamborine Mountain. www.calanthepress.com.au

BOOK LAUNCH: The Dashboard Cartographer Calanthe Press poet Vanessa Page will be launching the latest Calanthe Press publication, ‘The Dashboard Cartographer’ by Trudie Murrell, on Sunday 05 October 2025. The launch is at 2pm at the Zamia Theatre on Main Street, Tamborine Mountain.

The Calanthe Collective Unpublished Poetry Prize awards garden party, Sunday 14 September. The garden was the ideal backdrop for outstanding poetry from the prize winners and the Calanthe Press published poets, and beautiful and moving music by Susannah Lathlean and Vicki Lee.

Sunday 14 September on Tamborine Mountain. Come along to hear the winning entries in a garden setting, meet some of the Calanthe published poets, and enjoy the music of Susannah Lathlean and Vicki Lee. Address provided upon RSVP to [email protected] www.calanthepress.com.au

A collage of photos from the launch of Beth Clapton’s debut collection, Still Point, on Sunday 24 August. You can read samples of Beth's work on the Calanthe Press website, listen to her read two of her poems, and purchase a copy of her collection. www.calanthepress.com.au

The new issue of the online literary journal Stylus Lit is now available. In this is a review of debut free verse collection, Small Epiphanies. Click the links to read the review or order a copy. styluslit.com/reviews/smal... www.calanthepress.com.au

FATHER’S DAY— Sunday, 7 September 2025 Father’s Day is just around the corner. Why not celebrate your dad with the gift of poetry? A poetry book, or two, is the perfect gift for the father who loves to read: www.calanthepress.com.au

One week to the launch of Beth Clapton’s debut poetry collection, STILL POINT, Sunday 24 August. Do come along if you are in the local area. Still Point will be available on the Calanthe Press website following the launch. This would make an ideal Father's Day gift. www.calanthepress.com.au

Sunday 14 September on Tamborine Mountain. Come along to hear the winning entries in a garden setting, meet some of the Calanthe published poets, and enjoy the music of Susannah Lathlean and Vicki Lee. Address provided upon RSVP to [email protected] www.calanthepress.com.au

Just over two weeks until the launch Beth Clapton's moving and sensitive collection, Still Point. Remember to pop the date in your diary and RSVP to [email protected] www.calanthepress.com.au #poetrylaunch #poetrycommunity #poetryreading

THIS MONTH, and only 3 weeks away, I will be launching Beth Clapton’s debut collection, STILL POINT on Sunday 24 August. Come along to hear some amazing poetry, listen to Beth in conversation with Calanthe Press editor Jock Macleod, and meet Beth and some of the other Calanthe Press poets.

Calanthe poets & members are looking forward to a weekend of music & poetry on Tamborine Mountain 22-24 August. To explore the full weekend program of music, visit the SXS website: www.sxsfestival.com For launch details and information, visit the Calanthe Press website: www.calanthepress.com.au

Wednesday 16 July was Calanthe Poetry Locals Night at Baileys’ on Tamborine Mountain. A convivial evening of fine Irish fare, a Guiness or two, and outstanding poetry. Heartfelt thanks to Tina and the crew at Bailey’s for hosting the night. A thoroughly enjoyable time was had by all.

Sunday 24 August 2025: Beth Clapton’s debut poetry collection — STILL POINT — launched by Calanthe Press. The launch will be launched on Tamborine Mountain, QLD. Please arrive at 2pm for a 2.30pm start. For more information about Beth Clapton, and the launch, visit www.calanthepress.com.au

CONGRATULATIONS to the winners and the highly commended poets in the 2025 Calanthe Collective Prize for Unpublished Poetry: Tim Loveday 1st open Tashvi Goundar 1st U18 Michelle brock HC open Adam Brannigan HC open Thay Mai HC U18 Tanishqa Cheeran HC U18 www.calanthepress.com.au/2025-calanth...

LOCALS NIGHT IS NEXT WEEK, and you still have time to RSVP and reserve a seat at the table. Wednesday 16 July 2025. Please arrive at 5.30pm for a 6.00pm start to take in some great pub fare and amazing poetry. RSVP to [email protected]

Only 2 weeks to go. Still time to RSVP and confirm your space for a great night of poetry and Irish pub food on Wednesday 16 July.

A night of great food and poetry. Wed 16 July 2025. Bring your blackboard poems to share. Bring a poem or two of your own, or something by a favourite poet who moves you. Bookings are essential. RSVP to: [email protected] by 6th July 2025. And you are required to purchase a meal.

A collage of photos from Poets@Zamia hosted by Calanthe Poetry yesterday evening. The guest poet was Nikita Kostaschuk. Nikita's poetry was socially relevant, informed and insightful, moving and powerful, and performed with energy and presence. A great evening of poetry enjoyed by all.

JUST 4 DAYS TO GO!! THIS FRIDAY, 16 MAY Nikita Kostaschuk is Calanthe Poetry’s guest poet 16 May 2025. Nikita is a poetic wordsmith & founder of SpeakEasy Poetry, a community centred around monthly poetry open mic gatherings. linktr.ee/ink.eyta linktr.ee/speakeasypoe... Socials: @ink.eyta

Nikita Kostaschuk is Calanthe Poetry’s guest poet 16 May 2025. Nikita, under the moniker ink.eyta, is a poetic wordsmith & founder of SpeakEasy Poetry, a community centred around monthly poetry open mic gatherings. linktr.ee/ink.eyta linktr.ee/speakeasypoe... Socials: @ink.eyta

Under the Greenwood Tree Books and Art, a staunch supporter of Calanthe Poetry on Tamborine Mountain, is moving! Shop 4, 1 Main Street Town Plaza (nestled into the plaza beside Bailey's Irish Pub). Reopening Wed 16 April. Call in next week and support your local independent bookseller.

Nikita Kostaschuk is Calanthe Poetry’s guest poet 16 May 2025. Nikita, under the moniker ink.eyta, is a poetic wordsmith & founder of SpeakEasy Poetry, a community centred around monthly poetry open mic gatherings. linktr.ee/ink.eyta linktr.ee/speakeasypoe... Socials: @ink.eyta

JUST ONE WEEK TO GO— The Calanthe Collective Prize for Unpublished Poetry closes on Monday 31 March 2025. Polish those entries and ensure you submit before the deadline. Open Category winner receives $1000 Under 18 Category winner receives $400 www.calanthepress.com.au/2025-calanth...

A great evening of poetry and music last Friday night. Follow Calanthe Press on Facebook, Instagram, Blue Sky and the website for upcoming events: www.calanthepress.com.au Original drawing by Derek Hooper Art #poetry #poetryreading

JUST ONE WEEK TO GO— The Calanthe Collective Prize for Unpublished Poetry closes on Monday 31 March 2025. Polish those entries and ensure you submit before the deadline. Open Category winner receives $1000 Under 18 Category winner receives $400 www.calanthepress.com.au/2025-calanth...

JUST UNDER 2 WEEKS TO GET YOUR ENTRY IN FOR THE CALANTHE COLLECTIVE 2025 POETRY PRIZE: CLOSING DATE 31 MARCH 2025. The Prizes: Open Winner: AUD$1000.00 2 x HC: AUD$250.00 each Under 18 Winner: AUD$400.00 2 x HC: AUD$100.00 each www.calanthepress.com.au/2025-calanth...

The new CALANTHE PRESS website is now live! The Calanthe Press website has undergone a significant revamp to make it more engaging and more user-friendly for people browsing Calanthe Press and their publications. Visit the new Calanthe Press website today: www.calanthepress.com.au

POETS@ZAMIA THIS FRIDAY: 21 March 2025 22 Main Street, Tamborine Mountain, on Friday 21 March 2025. 6.30 for 7.00pm start. RSVPs to [email protected]. Pop it in your diary as this is an event you won’t want to miss.

NOT LONG TO WAIT NOW! POETS@ZAMIA: 21 March 2025 Geoff Cartwright is guest poet at Zamia Theatre, 22 Main Street, Tamborine Mountain, on Friday 21 March 2025. 6.30 for 7.00pm start. RSVPs to [email protected]. Pop it in your diary as this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Geoff Cartwright is upcoming guest poet at Zamia Theatre, 22 Main Street, Tamborine Mountain, on Friday 21 March 2025. RSVP to [email protected]. Music on the evening will be provided by Luminous Quartet. #LuminousQuartet www.calanthepress.com.au #poetryreading #poetrycommunity

Friday is not only Valentine’s Day, but also International Book Giving Day. Why not give that special person in your life the lasting gift of poetry. www.calanthepress.com.au #poetry #poetrycommunity

Poets@stones is back this month on Thursday the 27th February with three outstanding and accomplished local poets - Anthony Lawrence, Vanessa Page Poetry and Julie Manning. Go to books@stones to book as places are limited. www.booksatstones.com.au/pages/6983-E... #poetry #poetryreading

Friday evening was Calanthe Poetry’s first Poets@Zamia event for 2025, featuring guest poet @damenobrien.bsky.social from Brisbane. Wonderful poetry shared by the blackboard poets, moving music by Susannah Lathlean, and then a feast of quality poems from Damen. www.calanthepress.com.au

LOVE IS IN THE AIR: Come listen as some Calanthe Press poets and well-known Brisbane poets share the love on Valentine’s Day weekend. Poetry will be for sale from Books@Stones’ pop-up stall. 📅 Saturday 15 February, 8.30-9.30am 📍 The Lawn at South/City/SQ, Brisbane #poetry #poetryreading

A stanza of poets in attendance for the Calanthe Poetry evening at the Zamia theatre on Tamborine Mountain last night. Margaret Clifford (standing), Jane Frank, David Terelinck, and guest poet Damen O'Brien. More photos to follow soon. www.calanthepress.com.au #poetry #poetryreading

February 14th doesn’t just bring the magic of Valentine’s Day. It is also International Book Giving Day. And who doesn’t love a good book? Roses will wilt and fade, so why not give the lasting gift of poetry this Valentine’s Day? Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a poem. www.calanthepress.com.au

Damen O’Brien is Calanthe Poetry’s guest poet reading at the Zamia Theatre tomorrow evening (Friday 07 February). Here is a poem from his collection ‘Animals with Human Voices’ that is also part of the February poetry bombing in Main Street on Tamborine Mountain. www.calanthepress.com.au #poetry

Damen O’Brien is a Queensland poet. He has won The Moth Poetry Prize, the Peter Porter Poetry Prize, the Newcastle Poetry Prize, the Welsh International Poetry Competition, and many others. Don’t miss him reading as Calanthe Poetry’s guest poet on 7 February on Tamborine Mountain.

A review of Kathy Kituai’s latest collection, ‘The Art of Catching Jam before it Burns.’ This collection of poems showcases Kathy Kituai’s accomplished poetic ability with a selection of published poems from six collections spanning 30 years, as well as a significant body of new work.

Jane Frank's launch speech (25 August 2024) for my poetry collection 'Small Epiphanies,' can be read at Rochford Street Review: rochfordstreetreview.com/2025/01/28/l... Pictured are poets Jane Frank and David Terelinck with Calanthe Press editor, Jock McLeod. #poetry #poems

Damen O’Brien is a Queensland poet. He has won The Moth Poetry Prize, the Peter Porter Poetry Prize, the Newcastle Poetry Prize, the Welsh International Poetry Competition, and many others. Don’t miss him reading as Calanthe Poetry’s guest poet on 7 February on Tamborine Mountain.

If you are in Brisbane or SEQ, a trio of talented young poets will be reading at Books@Stones on 30th January. Come along and enjoy some exceptional poetry.

And here is 'Manganese' in case you're a tea aficionado and would like to read it 🫖