Randell Cottage Writers Trustresidency
New Zealand Writer in Residence
artgoat.comResidencyArt Writing
Housing: Rent-free accommodation in a furnished two-bedroom central-city cottage.Family-friendly
- Who Can Apply: New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who are mid-career writers with previously published or performed work; Māori and Pasifika writers are particularly encouraged.
- The Focus: A Wellington-based writing residency supporting the production of a substantial literary work in any genre.
- The Funding: Rent-free two-bedroom cottage accommodation plus a stipend in the order of NZ$32,000.
- Key Requirements: Completed application form, downloadable from the residency page.
DeadlineFriday, October 23, 2026
StipendStipend in the order of NZ$32,000
LocationWellington
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesMid-Career
DisciplinesFiction, Poetry, Children's writing, Drama, Biography, Literary non-fiction, Writing on arts topics
Application notesSelected writers are expected to participate in associated social activities and promote the Trust and residency; they may be asked to open the cottage to the public for a day, generally in late October for the Wellington Heritage Festival. The writer must acknowledge the Trust and use its logo in any resulting publication and must submit a progress report within two months of completing the residency.
Contactapplications@randellcottage.co.nz
Randell Cottage Writers Trust
Organization based in Wellington