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The Cambridge Autumn Festival 2026 Short Story Competition is open for entries.

Submission Guidelines

  • Open theme and unlimited entries.
  • Open to all ages.
  • Open only to NZ residents.
  • Word limit is 1,500.

Entry fee: Free to enter

Prizes:

  • First Prize: $1,000
  • Second Prize: $500
  • Third Prize: $250

Deadline:  Monday 2 February 2026

Please note: This is an external competition; all details, all submissions via their website.

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