Many readers have contacted Island in response to the announcement by Arts Tasmania that they will cease funding the magazine in 2012. After 32 years of publication this is a serious threat to Island’s future, and of concern to readers and writers across Australia.

You can listen to Island editor, Sarah Kanowski, discussing the issue on ABC local radio and we will soon be publishing letters of support from our wonderful writers. You can read Sarah’s letter to the Tasmanian Premier and Arts Minister Lara Giddings and we also encourage you to contact Premier Gidding’s office expressing your support for Island. We’ll be posting updates here, on facebook, twitter and by email newsletter.

Island Magazine: The Future - Social media campaign hub is HERE:. Watch for updates and have your say.

Go to the Island website for all the links and information HERE: