'This is Us' poetry excursion | National Library of Australia (NLA)

'This is Us' poetry excursion

We are hosting a special excursion celebrating poetry with This is Us: Essential Australian Poems for Young People , NLA Publishing’s new poetry anthology.

What to expect: 

  • Inspiring workshops and activities aligned to the curriculum 
  • Dynamic, hands-on learning about the craft, appreciation and performance of poetry 
  • An opportunity to learn from contemporary Australian poets, including Sara Mansour, award-winning author and poet Libby Hathorn, and educator and emerging poet Jude Fell.

This excursion offers a unique opportunity for students to engage with poetry that is accessible and fun, while being guided by some of Australia’s most celebrated voices. 

An illustrated book cover alongside a poem with a comical drawing of an emu
Event details
26 Mar 2026
10:00am – 12:30pm
$5 per student | Free for teachers
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