Robbie Burns statue in the Octagon, Dunedin
Robert Burns Poetry Competition
Posted: Monday Apr 27, 2015
Write a poem in English or Scots, inspired by the life or works of Robert Burns.
Robert Burns, the great Scottish Bard, was born on 25 January 1759; and his legend lives on through his poetry and songs, such as Tam o' Shanter. Regarded as a pioneer of the Romantic Movement, his works reflect his strength of opinion, his love of women and his fondness (sometimes too much) of drinking.
The Robert Burns Poetry Competition is a collaboration between the Dunedin Public Libraries and The Dunedin Burns Club.
Entrants are encouraged to write a poem in English or Scots, inspired by the life or works of Robert Burns and opportunities exist for entries under three categories; the young poet, the unpublished poet and published poets.
Young poets must be aged between 5 and 17 years of age inclusive at the time of entry. Entries are judged by associates of the Robert Burns Fellowship and the winners are announced and presented with prizes on Robert Burns' birthday, 25 January.