The New Zealand Poet Laureate blog: Inflation 17

After a few bottles he put the broken blue shell on his little finger and waggled it at her, grinning. Can’t take it with you, babe.

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David Eggleton

The New Zealand Poet Laureate for 2019-2022 was David Eggleton.
David Eggleton

Selina Tusitala Marsh

The New Zealand Poet Laureate for 2017-2019 was Selina Tusitala Marsh.
Selina Tusitala Marsh

C.K. Stead

The New Zealand Poet Laureate for 2015-2017 was Christian Karlson Stead, poet, novelist, critic.
C. K. Stead

Vincent O'Sullivan

Vincent was the 2013-2015 Poet Laureate. He shared the space with many fellow poets, sharing their work and their favourites.
Vincent O'Sullivan

Ian Wedde

Ian was the 2011-2013 Poet Laureate. He posted pieces of Shadow Stands Up, thoughts, responses, and recordings of readings and music.
Ian Wedde

Cilla McQueen

Serial, a novella in eight chapters with images from the collections of the National Library.

Michele Leggott

Michele was the Poet Laureate for 2007-2009. She posted poems, events, and thoughts about the laureateship.
Michele Leggott