Founded and convened by Ballarat-based writers Kirstyn McDermott and Jason Nahrung, Words Out Loud was a monthly spoken-word event that ran for seven years from January 2016.

It now runs occasional events aimed at highlighting Central Highlands writers.

Audio and special events are archived at this website. Follow us for word on future events.

If you’re looking for spoken word/poetry in Ballarat, check out Ballarat Spoken Word on Facebook.