The Carer’s Fellowship
This two-week fellowship will be awarded to an aspiring or emerging writer who is a parent or carer who faces barriers to finding time and space to write due to caring responsibilities. This fellowship is generously supported by one of Varuna’s alumni.
Residency dates: The fellowship can be taken between January - August 2026.
Applications close: 5pm AEST 5 May 2025
Places: One writer is selected every year as part of the Varuna Residential Fellowships program.
Who should apply: Writers who are a parent or carer who faces barriers to finding time and space to write due to caring responsibilities.
FAQ: Please read the FAQ before you apply.
The Carer’s Fellowship is part of the Varuna Residential Fellowships.
The recipient will receive:
A two-week residency at Varuna, with full board and accommodation including a prepared evening meal, uninterrupted time to write in your own private studio, and the companionship of your fellow writers.
A one-hour consultation with a Varuna mentor, Carol Major, Mary Anne Butler or Tegan Bennett-Daylight.
A $600 stipend
All travel costs reimbursed between your home and Katoomba.
This Fellowship is generously supported by Sophie Torney, a member of our alumni association.
For more information about staying at Varuna, visit our Residencies page.
TESTIMONIALS
“Attending Varuna’s residential fellowship allowed me a break from the responsibilities of a busy family life to really commit to my writing. It was wonderful to have a week in the mist-shrouded mountains to write and to learn from my fellow writers. ”
HOW TO APPLY
The Carer’s Fellowship is awarded to a writer who is a parent or carer who faces barriers to finding time and space to write due to caring responsibilities. Applicants to our Varuna Residential Fellowships can request to be considered for this fellowship. There is no separate application process.
Please refer to Varuna’s general submission guidelines for any questions on formatting your work.
UPCOMING COURSES, FELLOWSHIPS AND EVENTS
