4K views · 16 reactions | Gran Slam - Teens and Seens is smashing stereotypes on the Gold Coast. Teenagers and seniors pair up to write a poem, then present it at Somerset College's StoryFest. The new competition brings different generations together to create and share their own stories through the power of slam poetry. 7NEWS Gold Coast at 5.30pm and 6pm. #7NEWS | 7NEWS Gold Coast | Facebook

9.1K views · 197 reactions | A slam poetry competition is calling poets to send through their original work, for a top prize of $2,500 and more importantly, to share their whakaaro to the motu in an artistic expressive art form. The comp is run by the community group, E Tū Whānau. The topic is Ngā moemoeā, our hopes and dreams. We spoke to Slam Poet, Te Kahu Rolleston on Tapatahi earlier today. | Te Ao Māori News | Facebook