The May Gibbs Children's Literature Trust promotes the creation of contemporary Australian children’s literature in the belief that children’s books, written and illustrated by Australians, are vital to the well-being, creativity and literacy of our children.
2026 Ian Wilson Memorial Fellowship - Applications Now Open
The May Gibbs Children’s Literature Trust provides the successful applicant with travel to Adelaide, accommodation free of charge, a daily allowance, and local support, facilitating creative time away from home for 21 nights in March 2026.
High Tea by the Sea
Join Sue Whiting, award-winning children’s and YA author and editor as guest speaker at this event.
Announcing the 2025 Creative Time Residential Fellowships Recipients
We take the pleasure in announcing the four recipients selected to undertake the May Gibbs Children's Literature Trust 'Creative Time Residential Fellowships' in 2025.