BLAKE MACKENZIE

Blake Mackenzie is a Year 6 student in Newcastle, with a passion for writing, public speaking and performance. Blake has represented his school and the Newcastle region in public speaking competitions and appeared in multiple stage productions with his drama group over the past four years, and studies creative writing.

– See the APS National Finalists compete for the crown of Australian Poetry Slam Champion 2026 at the 2026 APS National Final on 25 October at Sydney Opera House.