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Join the nation-wide search for the people’s poet.

The stage is set as the Australia Poetry Slam – Tennant Creek Heat returns this July, supporting the region's raw talent and vibrant stories come to life.

Are you the next Australian Poetry Slam Champion? All you need is an original poem and two minutes on the mic. If you prefer to shine from the audience, join us to listen, cheer, snap your fingers and hold-up scorecards in this national celebration of spoken-wordsmiths.

Whether you’re performing as a poet or supporting local wordsmiths from the crowd – this is the place to be. A poetry slam is a place for all voices. It’s APS 2025 – The Election Special.

Want to get inspired with a spoken word workshop led by a professional slam poet? In the lead-up to the Tennant Creek APS Heat Laurie May and Jo Yang will host two dynamic poetry workshops on Wednesday 9 July. Check out the Tennant Creek Under 18s Poetry Workshop and the Tennant Creek All Ages Poetry Workshop.

MC: Laurie May
FEATURE: Jo Yang

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.

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This Australian Poetry Slam event is presented by Word Travels, Red Dirt Poetry Australia and Barkly Regional Arts.

Tennant Creek RSL – 50 Schmidt St, Tennant Creek NT 0860