John West Poetry Cup
Sign-up: 2pm | Start: 2.30pm
(local time)

Wordworks:
Sign-up: 3.30pm | Start: 4pm
(local time)

Free events.

Contact details, registration and more information here.  

John West Poetry Cup
The estate of the late Melbourne poet John West manages a fund to encourage and reward young poets, both in writing and performance. The John West Poetry Cup ($400 first prize, $100 runner up) is open to anyone aged 10 to 18 years, performing one poem (maximum 2 minutes) on any theme or subject.

Wordworks
Wordworks is an open mic opportunity for local and visiting poets. Sign on for readings is 3:30pm on Sunday 10 August at Bangalow Bowling Club with readings starting at 4:00pm. The facilitator is David Hallett and entry is free. Wordworks will also feature a performance by Rachael Williams, NSW Champion of 2024 Australian Poetry Slam.

HOST: David Hallett
FEATURES: Rachael Williams

Feeling inspired by all moments poetic and spoken word? Check out the other Byron events featuring Word Travels and Australian Poetry Slam artists – Poets Out Loud Youth Slam, Byron 2025 APS Heat, Beyond the Lines and Byron Writers Festival Kids Program.

Content Warning: Most Poetry Slams are all ages and some content may not be suitable for children. Performances may include strong language and / or adult themes.

Event times local time.
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This event is presented by Byron Writers Festival and features 2024 Australian Poetry Slam Finalist Rachael Williams.

Bangalow Bowling Club – 21 Byron Bay Rd, Bangalow NSW 2479