The Prime Minister's Literary Awards celebrate outstanding literary talent in Australia and the valuable contribution Australian literature and history makes to the nation's cultural and intellectual life.

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2022 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards now open
Celebrating another year of great Australian literature.
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2021 Prime Minister's Literary Awards winners
The 2021 Prime Minister's Literary Awards winners have been announced.
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2021 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards shortlist
The 2021 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards shortlist has been announced.
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Entries open for the 2021 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards
Entries are now open for the 2021 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards.
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