What is the Hachette Competition?
The Hachette Competition is organised by Hachette Australia Pty Ltd and offers participants the chance to win a collection of children's and young adult books by First Nations authors and illustrators. This competition celebrates NAIDOC Week and aims to promote the works of talented Indigenous creators.
What are the prizes for the Hachette Competition?
The prize for the Hachette Competition includes a selection of nine books: "How Big is Love?" by Carl Merrison and Hakea Hustler, "My Dreamtime Match" by Jacinta Daniher and Taylor Hampton, "Maggie the Dragon" by Tony Armstrong, "Narm-Jaap" and "One Word" by Melissa-Jane Fogarty, "Wurrtoo" by Tylissa Elisara, "Washpool" by Lisa Fuller, "Brightest Wild" by Tania Crampton-Larking, and "Weaving Us Together" by Lay Maloney. The total retail value of the prize is AUD$198.91.
When does the competition close?
The competition closes at 11:59 PM AEST on 19 July 2026.
How do I enter the competition?
To enter the competition, participants must complete the entry form available on the competition tab at the Hachette Australia website. Entrants need to provide their email address, first name, last name, phone number, and country. Multiple entries are allowed, but each entrant can only win one prize.
Who is eligible to enter the Hachette Competition?
The Hachette Competition is open to Australian residents. Individuals under 18 can enter with parental or guardian permission. Employees of Hachette, its affiliates, and their immediate families are not eligible to participate.
How is the winner selected?
The winner is selected through a random draw from all valid entries received during the competition period. The draw takes place at Level 17, 207 Kent St, Sydney NSW 2000 on 20 July 2026 at 12 PM AEST.
How will the winner be notified?
Winners will be notified via email within three days of the draw. Hachette will make reasonable efforts to contact winners during this period.