Bert inspires writers

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Bert inspires writers

THE late Bert van Bedaf was an inspirational writer with a zest for life.
His memory lives on in the form of a short story and poetry competition with a prize named in his honour.
The $500 Bert van Bedaf Memorial Award for a short story will be offered at the Coal Creek Literary Festival on Saturday, October 5.
Entries close Friday, September 27.
The award celebrates Bert’s ability to captivate the reader’s attention with his descriptive, engaging storytelling, nurtured over many years as a journalist (including with The Star) and an author.
Last year’s winner was Vicky Daddo with Moon bound.
Writers are also urged to enter the open poetry (prize $200), and under 18 short story ($100 prize) and poetry ($100 prize) categories.
All entries are to be on A4 white paper fastened with a paper clip (no staples), and be accompanied by a completed and signed entry form. Two copies of each entry must be provided.
All entries must be mailed to Coal Creek Literary Festival, PO Box 193, Korumburra 3950.
Cheques or money orders are to be made out to: Coal Creek Community Park and Museum.
Entry forms and conditions are available online at: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au/events/literary-festival
This year is the sixth annual festival and will include unusual themes, including comics, The Bardic Tradition and digital literature, discussing the future of writing in the electronic age.
Writers will be available to talk about their work and panel members will discuss many aspects of literature.
The festival is held at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, Korumburra.

Creative mind: the late Bert van Bedaf has left a literary legacy.

Creative mind: the late Bert van Bedaf has left a literary legacy.

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