2026 festival
International Poets
The Festival welcomes distinguished poets from Australia and overseas.
Each poet brings a unique language, culture, history and poetic imagination. Through their voices, Sydney becomes a meeting place for the poetry of the world.
Ying Xia Tang
Australia · President, 2026 Festival
Ying Xia Tang (映霞) is a renowned Chinese-Australian poet based in Sydney. She founded the Sydney International Poetry Festival in Australia …
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Prof. Mark Tredinnick
Australia · Honorary President, 2026 Festival
Mark Tredinnick OAM is a celebrated Australian poet, essayist and teacher, often called one of Australia’s great poets of place. He …
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Dr. Lily Baylon Escrutora
Spain · Honorary President, 2026 Festival
Renowned poet Dr. Lily Baylon Escrutora (Spain) is an Honorary President of the 2026 Sydney International Poetry Festival. Biography and a …
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