After 85 years of continuous publication, Australia’s second-oldest literary magazine Meanjin is shutting up shop. The result, writes Will Yeoman, will be a tragedy for all of us.

Western Australia’s arts playground
Western Australia’s arts playground

5 September 2025
After 85 years of continuous publication, Australia’s second-oldest literary magazine Meanjin is shutting up shop. The result, writes Will Yeoman, will be a tragedy for all of us.