Our Writer in Residence program, in partnership with CityMag, supports South Australian writers from a variety of disciplines. This program develops writers in the skill of arts writing through mentorship and publication opportunities, enabling them to profile local artists and passion projects

One 12-month residency in our CBD studios is offered per year, culminating in four pieces of commissioned writing by the recipient and support from CityMag and The Mill.

The program also includes a $1,500 fee plus 11.5% super for a personal project, managed by our team, and aims to assist writers in developing connections and exploring opportunities to collaborate with our community.

Work funded under this program may include, but is not limited to, creative essays, creative nonfiction and storytelling, artist profiles and response to art and exhibitions.

The residency for 2025 will run from April, 2025, to April, 2026.

Take a look at current recipient Marina Deller and previous recipients Aushaf Widisto, Piri Eddy, Renee Miller, Tanner Muller and James Murphy.

The successful applicant will receive:

A $1,500 project fee plus 11.5% super contribution
Four pieces of commissioned writing, managed by CityMag, a total of $1,200 plus 11.5% super contribution