Casey’s most talented young writers have been celebrated at Fresh Words.
The City of Casey announced the competition’s 18 winners at Bunjil Place in June.
Three categories are open to students from Grade 5 to Year 12 who reside, work, or study in Casey: creative writing; poetry and lyrics; and English as an additional language (EAL).
City of Casey chair of administrators Noelene Duff said Fresh Words aimed to enhance young people’s self-esteem by recognising their creativity.
“The competition also gives young people the opportunity to develop their writing skills and showcase their creativity,” she said.
“This year’s Fresh Words competition saw a surge in participation, with an impressive 190 entries across the creative writing and poetry and lyrics categories.
“Unfortunately, the EAL category did not receive enough entries for awards.
“I would also like to thank the distinguished panel of six judges, who are all highly regarded experts.”
*BREAKOUT*
Poetry and Lyrics
Years 7-9
Merit award winner
We Are All Unique
Almira Hafiz
Clyde Secondary College
In this vast world, we each hold a spark,
Unique and special, in light and in dark.
With different dreams and paths we seek,
We paint our stories, bold and unique.
In a world where stars dance in the night,
Each one shines with its own special light.
Just as no two snowflakes are the same,
In our uniqueness, we find our claim to fame.
Some are loud, while others are shy,
Some reach for the stars, while others fly low and high.
With talents and passions, we all possess,
A kaleidoscope of skills, we each express.
From art to science, music to dance,
Our uniqueness gives life its chance.
Like flowers in a garden, each with its own hue,
We bloom in different colors, bright and true.
Some may be bold, others soft and sweet,
But together, we create a masterpiece that’s hard to beat.
In the journey of life, we weave our own thread,
With dreams and desires that fill us with dread.
But it’s our differences that make us complete,
Like pieces of a puzzle, each one unique.
Our uniqueness lies in our stories,
the tales we have to tell,
In the dreams we dare to chase,
in the wishes that propel.
So let’s cherish each moment,
cherish each day,
For life is a gift,
in every way.
Let’s laugh and love,
come what may,
And make the most of life,
in every single way.
