A Party of PoetsAs part of the National Poetry Day shenanigans Hawke’s Bay Readers and Writers Trust have planned an extravaganza of beautiful minds to entertain Napier like the bards of old.
The audience made themselves cosy at the Cabana, whilst a cabal of poets entertained, confronted, inspired and provoked.
The Bay is of course the centre of the creative universe, so local poets are joining with national bards to welcome them into our world. On the list was:
Below are some photos of the 2026 Party of Poets - a huge thank you to everyone who came along, and to our wonderful poets for bringing this poetry party to life!
Hawke's Bay Readers and Writers Trust
PO Box 519
Hastings
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