I've promised a few people that I would set this up:
http://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/International_Wikinews_Writing_Contest
It's an attempt to increase the story output on Wikinews across all languages, inspired by the English writing contest in April. The basic idea is simple: Each contestant needs to write a story a day, or use a joker if available. When one fails to write a story within 24 hours, and runs out of jokers, one drops out of the contest. The last three persons to remain in the contest will be the winners.
Please comment, translate or edit the rules and instructions. We need prizes, judges from each language, and contestants. So, please spread the word about this. I would like it to begin on September 1, 2005.
Best,
Erik