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]]>We were absolutely blown away by the response to our Government Book Offer 2 competition.
We asked Duffy kids across Aotearoa to tell us what they love about the Duffy programme and what they would change if they were in charge. The result? Hundreds of thoughtful, creative, and imaginative entries that made our judging panel’s job incredibly difficult.
In fact, there were so many fantastic entries that choosing the winners was no easy task. A special shout-out goes to Sir Keith Park School, who sent through an impressive number of entries!
As we read through the responses, a few themes stood out. Many students told us they love being able to choose and keep their own books, discovering new stories, and sharing books with family and friends. Others spoke about how Duffy helps them enjoy reading, build their home libraries, and learn new things.
When it came to ideas for the future, our tamariki didn’t hold back. Suggestions included more book choices, book-themed dress-up days, opportunities to meet authors, extra theatre shows, and even introducing new genres and activities into the programme.
We loved seeing the creativity and enthusiasm behind every response.
$50 Prezzy Card Winners
- Dylan W (10) – Redhill School
- Hine (10) – St Pius X Catholic School
- Tameilau S (10) – St Pius X Catholic School
- Madison M (12) – St Pius X Catholic School
- Sofia (12) – St Pius X Catholic School
- Poppy M (12) – Ōwhango School
- Kourtney (10) – Ōtahuhu Primary School
- Jennifer E (12) – St Joseph’s School, Hastings
- Evana B (6) – Broadwood Area School
- Abigail (11) – Lower Moutere School
Whānau Pack Winners
Our Family Book Pack winners impressed us with their creativity and imagination.
Dennis F from Natone Park School created an action-packed drawing showing the exciting places books can take you, while Gurnabh K from Pōkeno School delighted us with a colourful and imaginative illustration featuring a reading unicorn on an adventure.
Congratulations to:
Dennis F (9) – Natone Park School
Gurnabh K (6) – Pōkeno School
Thank you for sharing your ideas
Congratulations to all of our winners and thank you to every student who entered.
Your feedback helps us understand what you love most about Duffy and gives us plenty of ideas for the future. Most importantly, it reminds us why the programme exists – to help children across Aotearoa discover the joy of reading, build their own libraries, and unlock a world of possibilities through books.
We can’t wait to see what ideas you share with us next time!
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]]>Unlock Your World Competition
Books have the power to unlock new ideas, new adventures, and new possibilities.
That’s why our theme for this term is Unlock Your World – encouraging Duffy students across Aotearoa to explore their imagination, share their experiences, and tell the stories that matter to them.
To celebrate, we’re inviting students to enter our Unlock Your World Competition for the chance to win one of three amazing prizes.
What Story Will You Tell?
We want to hear about the world that makes you unique.
Your story can be about:
The World Around You
Tell us about your family, friends, school, community, favourite place, or the things you enjoy most in everyday life.
The World You Dream Of
Let your imagination run wild. Create a future adventure, an exciting invention, a magical place, or a world you’ve always dreamed of exploring.
The World Inside You
Share your thoughts, feelings, talents, passions, hopes, or the things that make you who you are.
There are no right or wrong answers. We simply want to hear your story.
Amazing Prizes to Be Won
Three lucky students will each win a fantastic Mid Sleeper Bunk Bed, valued at approximately $800.
One winner will be selected from each age category:
- Ages 5–6 years
- Ages 7–9 years
- Ages 10–12 years
Duffy Books in Homes will cover the shipping costs for all prize winners.
How to Enter
Entering is easy.
Simply write your story based on one of the three competition themes and complete the official entry form included in the Book Offer 3 catalogue.
The catalogue contains all the information you need, including competition details and how to submit your entry.
Entries must be received by Friday 25 September.
The three lucky winners will be notified during the first week of Term 4.
Why Storytelling Matters
Every great reader has a story to tell.
Storytelling helps build confidence, creativity, communication skills, and imagination. It encourages children to think deeply about their experiences, explore new ideas, and discover the power of their own voice.
At Duffy Books in Homes, we believe every child has a story worth sharing.
Ready to Unlock Your World?
Whether your story is funny, adventurous, heartfelt, imaginative, or inspiring, we want to read it.
Start writing, start creating, and start imagining.
We can’t wait to discover the incredible worlds that Duffy students across Aotearoa choose to share.
Good luck!
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