AADI MERCHANT

Photo: Aadi Merchant

“My name is Aadi Merchant. I am 13 years old and have a passion for poetry. I’ve been performing poetry in front of audiences since I was 6 years old. I have performed at Wallaby Creek Festival with original poems since I was 9 years old and also at open mics in Cairns. I am currently participating in my high school’s visual and dramatic arts extension programs.”

– See the APS Queensland Finalists compete for the crown of APS ‘25 Queensland State Final Champion at the 2025 Queensland APS State Final on 16 October at Queensland Multicultural Centre.