Toitoi will be publishing a new journal in 2026.
The submission deadline is Friday, July 3.
All submissions should be sent to submit@toitoi.nz
To find inspiration, check out the stories, poems and art from some of the 2800+ young writers and artists we have published over 34 journals and three special issues.
Pictures by Scarlet Connor, age 10
Introducing our beautiful 2024 issue. The journal is chock-full of incredible writing and art by young New Zealanders ages 5-18.
Be inspired by the creativity of Toitoi alumni. Click the link below to check out their exciting projects.
Toitoi Alumni
Download a poster for the classroom to call for submissions for Toitoi!
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Submissions for the Elsie Locke Writing Prize 2026 will open at the beginning of Term 2.
The submission deadline is Friday, July 3.
Submissions should be sent to elsielockeprize@toitoi.nz
The winning entry will be published in Toitoi 2026 and the young writer will receive $250 in prize money.
E tuhi, e te kaituhi, tuhia ki runga, tuhia ki raro, tuhia te here tangata! Tukuna mai ā koutou tuhinga! E tuhi kia kaha ai te reo Māori!
Tukuna mai
Check out the writers and artists behind the amazing work published in Toitoi.
Toitoi Hall of Fame